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Dr. Ashley Foster, MD
Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist
,Pediatrician
,Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist
,Hematology / Oncology Specialist
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Foster, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ashley Foster, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office.
What languages does Dr. Foster speak?
Dr. Foster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Foster treat?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative 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.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Mosaic Trisomy
- Genetic Disorder
- Mosaic chromosomal trisomy
- Partial trisomy
- Genetic mosaicism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q921: Whole chromosome trisomy, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction)
Also known as:
- Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle wasting disease
- Progressive muscle weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies
Which procedures does Dr. Foster perform as a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashley Foster may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Foster's office.
Does Dr. Foster accept my insurance?
Dr. Foster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Foster in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
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 1326313453.
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. Ashley Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Foster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?
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Is Ashley Foster accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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