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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Hospitalist in Madera, CA?
Dr. Steven Foster, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Madera, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Foster completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, Hmong; Mong, Lao, and Spanish, 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 at (559) 353-5068.
Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Foster board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Foster, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Foster speak?
Dr. Foster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hmong; Mong
Lao
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Foster typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Foster typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Foster may include:
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 (559) 353-5068 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Madera, CA?
Dr. Foster in Madera, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. Steven Foster's Primary Practice
9300 Valley Childrens Pl
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 353-5068
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 1568476505.
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. Steven Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Hospitalist near Madera, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Steven Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven Foster accepting new patients in Madera, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (559) 353-5068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (559) 353-5068 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Foster have?
Dr. Steven Foster is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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