Dr. Charles Foster, MD
Cleveland, OH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Charles Foster, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Foster graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Foster?
Dr. Charles Foster, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Foster empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Infections, Fungal Infections, Hospital Acquired Infections, Infections in Immunocompromised Patients, Infections In Transplant Patients, Viral Infections, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland/OH community, Dr. Foster is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
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 Infectious Diseases 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Newborn Suspected Infection Ruled Out
- Newborn Screening
- No newborn infection found
- Infant infectious disease cleared
- Newborn sepsis ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z051: Observation and evaluation of newborn for suspected infectious condition ruled out
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High C-Reactive Protein
- Blood
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Test
- Elevated CRP
- High CRP levels
- C-reactive protein elevation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7982: Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)
Also known as:
- Lung Gangrene
- Gangrene
- Lung Disease
- Necrosis of Lung
- Dead Lung Tissue
- Pulmonary Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- J850: Gangrene and necrosis of lung
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:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Histoplasmosis
- Cave disease', 'Ohio Valley disease', 'Spelunker's lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- B399: Histoplasmosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lyme Disease
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- A6920: Lyme disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymphatic Disease
- Inflamed Lymph Glands
- Lymph Node Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I889: Nonspecific lymphadenitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Foster perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Foster may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Foster in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medical Mutual
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1780627323.
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. Charles Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Cleveland, OH. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Charles Foster accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Charles Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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