Mark Foster, MD
NPI 1609876788 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Southport, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mark Foster, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Southport, NC (NPI 1609876788).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609876788
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 00033658 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
1,261 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 403 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 187 | $32 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 138 | $53 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 121 | $121 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 96 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 118 | 48 |
| Meloxicam | 111 | 46 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 59 | 25 |
| Methylprednisolone | 52 | 49 |
| Celecoxib | 30 | 17 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 23 | 21 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 21 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$144 across 3 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
- 2005-07-29
- Last updated
- 2014-10-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mark Foster's NPI number?
- Mark Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609876788, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mark Foster's specialty?
- Mark Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Mark Foster located?
- Mark Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 902 N Howe St, Southport, NC 28461-3038.
- What is Mark Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mark Foster is (910) 457-4789.
- Does Mark Foster accept Medicare?
- Mark Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mark Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Mark Foster's NPI (1609876788) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.