Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mark Foster, MD
Internal Medicine · Wappingers Falls, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Foster from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Foster
Dr. Mark Foster is an internal medicine specialist in Wappingers Falls, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Foster performed 4,044 Medicare services across 2,885 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Foster received a total of $2,694 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 143 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal medicine. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Foster is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 8% volume in NY
$2,694 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,044
Medicare services
Top 8% in NY for internal medicine
2,885
Unique beneficiaries
$31
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~202 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
734 | $8 | $20 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
504 | $49 | $185 |
| Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems An evaluation to identify and understand emotional or behavioral issues. This process involves reviewing symptoms and behaviors to determine the nature of the concerns. |
466 | $4 | $12 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
347 | $47 | $135 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
278 | $8 | $20 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
215 | $2 | $10 |
| Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 177 | $20 | $30 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
171 | $52 | $150 |
| Annual depression screening | 162 | $20 | $30 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
144 | $33 | $45 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
133 | $72 | $77 |
| COVID-19 immunoassay detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay method to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) through direct visual observation. |
89 | $41 | $50 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
77 | $33 | $45 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
76 | $42 | $45 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
69 | $283 | $395 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
55 | $12 | $50 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
55 | $18 | $25 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
52 | $58 | $250 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
51 | $16 | $30 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
37 | $4 | $20 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
37 | $93 | $275 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
25 | $45 | $85 |
| Strep A nucleic acid amplification test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present. |
22 | $34 | $55 |
| Routine 12-lead ECG screening A standard 12-lead electrocardiogram performed as part of an initial preventive physical examination. The service includes both the performance of the test and the physician's interpretation and report. |
17 | $12 | $50 |
| Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunoassay test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of respiratory syncytial virus in a sample. The results are determined through direct visual observation of the test reaction. |
15 | $13 | $35 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
13 | $22 | $40 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
12 | $154 | $200 |
| Pneumococcal vaccine, 23-valent A vaccine that protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. It is used to prevent infections caused by these bacteria. |
11 | $131 | $160 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$2,694
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $385/year across 7 years
Top 23% in NY for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
26
Companies
143
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$2,694 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$416
2023
$724
2022
$353
2021
$371
2020
$190
2019
$274
2018
$365
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PFIZER INC.
$161
Lilly USA, LLC
$83
Amgen Inc.
$59
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$39
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$18
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$18
Novo Nordisk Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 72.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$643
PFIZER INC.
$361
Novo Nordisk Inc
$294
ABBVIE INC.
$225
Lilly USA, LLC
$198
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$134
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$123
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$87
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$72
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$71
Amgen Inc.
$59
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$50
Insulet Corporation
$49
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$47
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$41
Abbott Laboratories
$35
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$33
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$29
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
Exact Sciences Corporation
$23
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$18
Eisai Inc.
$17
Allergan Inc.
$16
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$16
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$16
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 48.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AIRSUPRA · AJOVY · ANORO · AREXVY · AirDuo Digihaler · BEXSERO · BREO · CHANTIX · ClosureFast · Cologuard Collection Kit · Dayvigo · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · FARXIGA · FASENRA · FreeStyle Libre · FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System · GARDASIL · GARDASIL 9 · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · LINZESS · LYRICA · MENACTRA · MOUNJARO · NEXLIZET · Omnipod · Otezla · Ozempic · PAXLOVID · PEDIARIX · PREVNAR 13 · PREVNAR 20 · PROQUAD · QULIPTA · QUVIVIQ · ROTATEQ · RYBELSUS · Repatha · Rybelsus · SHINGRIX · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SPIRIVA · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · TOUJEO · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRULICITY · Tresiba · UBRELVY · UNITHROID · UTIBRON · VRAYLAR · Vascepa · Wegovy · XARELTO
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
451
Per 100K population
151.8
County median income
$97,273
Nearest hospital
VASSAR BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER
7.8 mi
7.8 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Foster is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Foster experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Foster performed 734 blood draw (venipuncture) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Foster receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Foster received a total of $2,694 from 26 companies across 143 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Foster's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Wappingers Falls?
Dr. Foster's average Medicare payment per service is $31. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Foster) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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About this page
All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.
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