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Dr. Karina Foster, MD

Anesthesiologist

Glendale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Foster, Anesthesiologist in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Karina Foster, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA. Dr. Foster graduated from University of California. Dr. Foster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (818) 637-7766.

    Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Foster speak?

    Dr. Foster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Foster typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Foster typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Foster performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Foster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Foster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 637-7766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Foster in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

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    Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

    Dr. Karina Foster's Primary Practice

    5700 San Fernando Rd

    Glendale, CA 91202

    (818) 637-7766

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    What is Dr. Foster's NPI number?A 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 1801085261.

    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. Karina Foster's specialty?

    Dr. Foster is an Anesthesiologist near Glendale, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Karina Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Karina Foster accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karina Foster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karina Foster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (818) 637-7766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karina Foster?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (818) 637-7766 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

    Dr. Foster's office is located in Glendale, CA.