James Foster, M.D.
NPI 1275590218 · Family Medicine Physician · Richmond, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Foster, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Richmond, VA (NPI 1275590218).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275590218
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101036835 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,980 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 657 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 476 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 462 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 397 | $124 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test85027 | 378 | $6 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 289 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 123 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 869 | 260 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 660 | 191 |
| Lisinopril | 460 | 138 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 456 | 124 |
| Simvastatin | 417 | 127 |
| Losartan Potassium | 372 | 100 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 329 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,790 across 80 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-26
- Last updated
- 2011-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Foster's NPI number?
- James Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275590218, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Foster's specialty?
- James Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Foster located?
- James Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 2200 Pump Rd, Richmond, VA 23233-3539.
- What is James Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Foster is (804) 741-7141.
- Does James Foster accept Medicare?
- James Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — James Foster's NPI (1275590218) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.