Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Foster, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Gastonia, NC
- NPI 1669464442
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2325 Aberdeen Blvd
Gastonia, NC 280540614
(704) 853-3937
fax (704) 853-0840
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 12, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #1792
- Medicaid
- NC #89093G7
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1669464442. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
723
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$67,973
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 318 | 314 | $123 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 139 | 121 | $87 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 71 | 68 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 64 | 44 | $34 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 42 | 40 | $54 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 40 | 40 | $60 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $160 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 11 | 11 | $108 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Gastonia Optometrist, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$94
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $46.78 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $26.24 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $20.83 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
690
Patients
265
Total drug cost
$135,660
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 306 | 100 | $5,839 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 53 | 22 | $2,066 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 51 | 29 | $78,360 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 45 | 39 | $606 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 40 | 20 | $5,793 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 37 | 32 | $901 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 34 | 23 | $1,693 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 33 | 0 | $637 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $246 |
| Cyclosporine | Generic | 24 | 0 | $26,855 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Foster's medical specialty?
Dr. John Foster practices Optometrist in Gastonia, NC.
Where does Dr. John Foster practice?
Dr. John Foster practices at 2325 Aberdeen Blvd, Gastonia, NC 280540614. Office phone: 7048533937.
What is Dr. John Foster's NPI?
Dr. John Foster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669464442, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Foster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Foster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Foster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.