Malcolm Foster, M.D.
NPI 1861482556 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Knoxville, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Malcolm Foster, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Knoxville, TN (NPI 1861482556).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861482556
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35368 (TN)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,480 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 | 673 | $118 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 288 | $63 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 262 | $13 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 195 | $7 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 119 | $11 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 478 | 170 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 340 | 113 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 309 | 102 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 284 | 85 |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick | 234 | 51 |
| Losartan Potassium | 203 | 63 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$86,651 across 218 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 7211 Wellington DrKnoxville, TN 37919-5968Phone: (865) 584-5762
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-25
- Last updated
- 2024-08-27
- Certified
- 2024-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Malcolm Foster's NPI number?
- Malcolm Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861482556, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Malcolm Foster's specialty?
- Malcolm Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Malcolm Foster located?
- Malcolm Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 10800 Parkside Dr Ste 331, Knoxville, TN 37934-1922.
- What is Malcolm Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Malcolm Foster is (865) 392-3400.
- Does Malcolm Foster accept Medicare?
- Malcolm Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Malcolm Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Malcolm Foster's NPI (1861482556) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.