Michael Foster, M.D.
NPI 1538398490 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Falls Church, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Foster, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Falls Church, VA (NPI 1538398490).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538398490
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101252067 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,906 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 754 | $9 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 436 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 341 | $173 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 322 | $174 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 205 | $72 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 225 | 76 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 195 | 49 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 170 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 164 | 56 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 148 | 54 |
| Furosemide | 147 | 55 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$139 across 1 record (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 (3)
- 533 Bolivar StSection of Cardiology Csrb 3-42New Orleans, LA 70112-2238Phone: (504) 568-4561Fax: (504) 568-2127
- 9530 Cosner Dr Ste 200Fredericksburg, VA 22408-7760Phone: (540) 373-1331Fax: (540) 373-1331
- 13575 Heathcote Blvd Ste 210Gainesville, VA 20155-6698Phone: (703) 468-2570Fax: (571) 248-4374
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-07-13
- Last updated
- 2022-07-13
- Certified
- 2022-07-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Foster's NPI number?
- Michael Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538398490, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Foster's specialty?
- Michael Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Foster located?
- Michael Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 3300 Gallows Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042-3300.
- What is Michael Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Foster is (703) 776-4001.
- Does Michael Foster accept Medicare?
- Michael Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Foster's NPI (1538398490) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.