Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Internist in Mechanicsville, VA?
Dr. Brian Foster, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mechanicsville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Foster graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine; Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine. 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.
Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth Univ Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine; Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
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 Internist like Dr. Foster typically treat?
As an Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Foster typically perform?
As an Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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 Mechanicsville, VA?
Dr. Foster in Mechanicsville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. Brian Foster's Primary Practice
8200 Meadowbridge Rd Ste 306
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
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 1881646651.
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. Brian Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Internist near Mechanicsville, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Brian Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne 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
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Is Brian Foster accepting new patients in Mechanicsville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian 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 Brian Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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