Robert Foster, M.D.
NPI 1417991613 · Family Medicine Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Foster, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1417991613).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417991613
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26821 (NC)
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
1,474 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 292 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 289 | $114 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0480 | 177 | $110 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 141 | $3 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 97 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 84 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 1,123 | 199 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 1,016 | 147 |
| Gabapentin | 497 | 117 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 404 | 83 |
| Pregabalin | 212 | 39 |
| Diazepam | 210 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$372 across 13 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
- 2006-06-16
- Last updated
- 2020-02-07
- Certified
- 2020-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Foster's NPI number?
- Robert Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417991613, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Foster's specialty?
- Robert Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Foster located?
- Robert Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 W Market St, Greensboro, NC 27407-1301.
- What is Robert Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Foster is (336) 883-0029.
- Does Robert Foster accept Medicare?
- Robert Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Foster's NPI (1417991613) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.