John Foster, M.D.
NPI 1376563429 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Foster, M.D. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1376563429).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376563429
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9778 (AL)
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
652 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 95 | $46 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 95 | $111 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 92 | $35 |
| Pelvic Exam99459 | 75 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 68 | $51 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 384 | 130 |
| Fluconazole | 83 | 44 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 69 | 16 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 53 | — |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 52 | 14 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 46 | 14 |
| Risedronate Sodium | 45 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$653 across 34 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
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2015-09-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Foster's NPI number?
- John Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376563429, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Foster's specialty?
- John Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Foster located?
- John Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205-1620.
- What is John Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Foster is (205) 271-1600.
- Does John Foster accept Medicare?
- John Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — John Foster's NPI (1376563429) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-09-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.