ALEXANDER FOSTER M.D. – NPI #1033407275
Ophthalmology
An ophthalmologist who specializes in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye.
ALEXANDER FOSTER is an ophthalmologist located in ENCINITAS, CA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1033407275 to ALEXANDER FOSTER on July 20, 2011. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207WX0120X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Ophthalmology, specializing in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist
The NPI profile was previously updated about 6 years ago on Nov 05, 2020. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for ALEXANDER FOSTER below.
NPI Profile for
ALEXANDER FOSTER
(about 15 years ago)
ENCINITAS, CA 92024 Phone: (760) 631-3500 Fax:
1 Other location(s):
Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 631-3500
OCEANSIDE, CA 92054-6211 Phone: (760) 729-7101 Fax:
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Identifiers for ALEXANDER FOSTER
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | MEDICARE PIN | WA | 8966230 |
| MEDICAID | WA | 1033407275 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207WX0120X - Ophthalmology / Cornea and External Diseases Specialist (Primary) |
CA | A124880 |
| 390200000X - Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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