36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foster, Internist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Nancy Foster, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Foster graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the Travis County Medical Society. 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 (512) 324-6000.
Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine | Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Foster board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Foster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Foster typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nancy Foster may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (512) 324-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Foster in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Trueblue
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?
Dr. Nancy Foster's Primary Practice
1301 W 38th St Ste 205
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 324-6000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Travis County Medical Society
Member
Awards
Texas Super Doctors
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 1588664957.
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. Nancy Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Internist near Austin, TX.
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. Nancy Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, Treasure Valley 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nancy Foster accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nancy Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (512) 324-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nancy Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (512) 324-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nancy Foster have?
Dr. Nancy Foster is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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