Harold Foster, M.D.
NPI 1811925738 · Surgery Physician · Opelika, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Harold Foster, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Opelika, AL (NPI 1811925738).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811925738
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26559 (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
19 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
507 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 66 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 62 | $87 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 53 | $239 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 44 | $104 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 43 | $97 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 124 | 45 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 120 | 98 |
| Omeprazole | 33 | — |
| Balsalazide Disodium | 15 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 15 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 14 | 14 |
| Famotidine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$782 across 14 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
- 2006-06-29
- Last updated
- 2014-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Harold Foster's NPI number?
- Harold Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811925738, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Harold Foster's specialty?
- Harold Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Harold Foster located?
- Harold Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 N 20th St Ste 3, Opelika, AL 36801-5454.
- What is Harold Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Harold Foster is (334) 745-6271.
- Does Harold Foster accept Medicare?
- Harold Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Harold Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Harold Foster's NPI (1811925738) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.