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Dr. Sherwin Foster, MD

Hayden, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Foster, Nephrologist in Hayden, ID?

    Dr. Sherwin Foster, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Hayden, ID with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Foster graduated from King George's Medical University and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Foster is fluent in English and Iranian languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (208) 762-7760.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Dc Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: King George's Medical University

    Is Dr. Foster board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sherwin 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

    • Iranian languages

    What conditions does Dr. Foster treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAD: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Hip Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Which procedures does Dr. Foster perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sherwin Foster may include:

    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 (208) 762-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Hayden, ID?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross of Idaho

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

    Dr. Sherwin Foster's Primary Practice

    8836 N Hess St Ste C

    Hayden, ID 83835

    (208) 762-7760

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    Dr. Sherwin Foster's Practice 2

    1986 W Hayden Ave

    Hayden, ID 83835

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    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 1720074990.

    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. Sherwin Foster's specialty?

    Dr. Foster is a Nephrologist near Hayden, ID. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Kootenai Health 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 Sherwin Foster accepting new patients in Hayden, ID?

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

    Does Dr. Sherwin Foster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (208) 762-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sherwin Foster?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (208) 762-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sherwin Foster have?

    Dr. Sherwin Foster is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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