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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Jermaine Foster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (503) 494-8211.
What languages does Dr. Foster speak?
Dr. Foster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Foster typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Foster diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Foster. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Foster typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jermaine Foster may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Foster's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Foster accept my insurance?
Dr. Foster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-8211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Foster in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. Jermaine Foster's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-8211
What is Dr. Foster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417925199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foster
What is Dr. Jermaine Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Portland, OR.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jermaine Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital, Hca Florida Osceola Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jermaine Foster accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Jermaine Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jermaine Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (503) 494-8211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jermaine Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (503) 494-8211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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