Lori Foster, M.D.
NPI 1871887182 · Nephrology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lori Foster, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1871887182).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871887182
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2014-00305 (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
15 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
831 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 | 219 | $119 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 197 | $73 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 150 | $330 |
| 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 | 109 | $15 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 32 | $66 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 347 | 111 |
| Furosemide | 300 | 84 |
| Losartan Potassium | 284 | 78 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 164 | 31 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 153 | 41 |
| Lisinopril | 128 | 26 |
| Potassium Chloride | 107 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$596 across 30 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)
- 1305 Lees Chapel Rd Ste 103Greensboro, NC 27455-2883Phone: (336) 763-5512
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-03
- Last updated
- 2021-07-09
- Certified
- 2021-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lori Foster's NPI number?
- Lori Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871887182, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lori Foster's specialty?
- Lori Foster is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lori Foster located?
- Lori Foster's practice location on file with NPPES is 309 New St, Greensboro, NC 27405-3654.
- What is Lori Foster's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lori Foster is (336) 379-9708.
- Does Lori Foster accept Medicare?
- Lori Foster is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lori Foster's NPI active?
- Yes — Lori Foster's NPI (1871887182) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.