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Dr. William Foster, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Florence, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Foster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Florence, OR?

    Dr. William Foster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Foster graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Foster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster’s office at (541) 574-1818.

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

    • Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Foster board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. William Foster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Foster typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    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:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Foster typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William 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 call our office at (541) 574-1818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Foster accept in Florence, OR?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advanced Health

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • PacificSource

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

    Dr. William Foster's Primary Practice

    400 9th St

    Florence, OR 97439

    (541) 574-1818

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    Dr. William Foster's Practice 2

    24934 Fir Grove Ln

    Elmira, OR 97437

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    Dr. William Foster's Practice 3

    930 SW Abbey St

    Newport, OR 97365

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    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 1225048325.

    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. William Foster's specialty?

    Dr. Foster is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Florence, OR.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Foster is affiliated with Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, Or 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. William Foster accepting new patients in Florence, OR?

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

    Does Dr. William Foster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (541) 574-1818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Foster?

    Please contact Dr. Foster's office at (541) 574-1818 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Foster's office located?

    Dr. Foster's offices are located in Florence, OR, Elmira, OR, and Newport, OR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Foster have?

    Dr. William Foster is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.