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Who is Dr. Foster, Vascular Surgeon in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. James Foster, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, Hungarian, and Lithuanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare 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:
Dutch
English
Flemish
Hungarian
Lithuanian
What conditions does Dr. Foster treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD left leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia left leg
- Severe left leg artery pain
- PAD right leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia right leg
- Severe right leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
- I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Peripheral artery disease
- PAD
- Artery hardening in limbs
- Atherosclerosis of limbs
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70209: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, unspecified extremity
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Angioplasty with Implants
- Peripheral Artery Stent
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Vascular Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95820: Peripheral vascular angioplasty status with implants and grafts
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Angioplasty Status
- Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Angioplasty
- PVA History
- Leg Artery Widening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9862: Peripheral vascular angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Vessel Disorder of the Intestines
- Digestive Disease
- Chronic Intestinal Ischemia
- Chronic Mesenteric Ischemia
- Long-Term Bowel Blood Flow Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K551: Chronic vascular disorders of intestine
Also known as:
- Kidney Artery Hardening
- Atherosclerosis
- Renal Artery Stenosis
- Renal artery atherosclerosis
- Hardening of kidney arteries
- Renal artery disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I701: Atherosclerosis of renal artery
Which procedures does Dr. Foster perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. James Foster may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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 Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Foster in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. James Foster's Practice 2
2750 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 304
North Kansas City, MO 64116
(417) 773-8762
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 1760617922.
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. James Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Vascular Surgeon near Kansas City, MO. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Foster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Centerpoint Medical Center. 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
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Is James Foster accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. James Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James 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 James Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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