Foster Chen, MD
NPI 1326399080 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lakewood, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Foster Chen, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lakewood, WA (NPI 1326399080).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326399080
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60948203 (WA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Celecoxib | 431 | 185 |
| Amoxicillin | 138 | 88 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 134 | 109 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 118 | 109 |
| Cefadroxil | 112 | 106 |
| Pregabalin | 39 | 18 |
| Mupirocin | 24 | 23 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$629 across 8 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1717 S J StTacoma, WA 98405-4933Phone: (253) 274-7504
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-09-20
- Last updated
- 2026-01-05
- Certified
- 2026-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Foster Chen's NPI number?
- Foster Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326399080, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Foster Chen's specialty?
- Foster Chen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Foster Chen located?
- Foster Chen's practice location on file with NPPES is 11307 Bridgeport Way Sw Ste 220a, Lakewood, WA 98499-3024.
- What is Foster Chen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Foster Chen is (253) 985-6675.
- Does Foster Chen accept Medicare?
- Foster Chen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Foster Chen's NPI active?
- Yes — Foster Chen's NPI (1326399080) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.