Dr. Gregory Foster, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Richardson, TX

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Foster, Pulmonologist in Richardson, TX?

Dr. Gregory Foster, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Richardson, TX. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Foster completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases Spectrum Hlth-Downtown Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Foster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Foster?

Dr. Gregory Foster, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Foster empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Richardson, TX 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?

Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases Spectrum Hlth-Downtown Campus, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Foster typically treat?

As a Pulmonologist, 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:

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:

Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
Respiratory Failure
Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia

ICD-10 Codes:

J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia

Also known as:

Excessive Sleepiness
Sleep Disorder
Hypersomnia
Daytime sleepiness
Too much sleep

ICD-10 Codes:

G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Foster typically perform?

As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory 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 contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Richardson, TX?

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

Top Insurances

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health

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Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

Dr. Gregory Foster's Primary Practice

2821 George Bush Hwy Ste 407

Richardson, TX 75082

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What hospitals are Dr. Foster affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Foster has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Medical City Mckinney Hospital,McKinney, TX

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Methodist Richardson Medical Center,Richardson, TX

What is Dr. Foster's NPI number?A 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 1194716993.

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. Gregory Foster's specialty?

Dr. Foster is a Pulmonologist near Richardson, TX.

What does a Pulmonologist do?

An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Medical City Mckinney Hospital 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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