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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Foster, Anesthesiologist in Jamestown, NY?
Dr. James Foster, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jamestown, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Foster completed his residency at Queens University. Dr. Foster is fluent in English, 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.
Where did Dr. Foster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Queens University
Medical School: Kings College London
Is Dr. Foster board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Foster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does Dr. Foster perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Foster performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Foster accept my insurance?
Dr. Foster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Jamestown, NY?
Dr. Foster in Jamestown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Univera Healthcare
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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 1730151432.
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. James Foster's specialty?
Dr. Foster is a Anesthesiologist near Jamestown, NY. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Foster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Foster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Foster is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Chautauqua, Soin Medical Center - Kettering Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is James Foster accepting new patients in Jamestown, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Foster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Foster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Foster?
Please contact Dr. Foster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Foster have?
Dr. James Foster is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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