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Ophthalmology

William J. Foster

Sees patients in Newport, VT · Vermont

Summary

William J. Foster (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in Newport, VT. NPI 1356390462. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about William J. Foster, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
27Years since medical school (graduated 1999)
Duke University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does William J. Foster see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Newport, VT. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is William J. Foster's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does William J. Foster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says William J. Foster accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for William J. Foster?
(855) 250-3937, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is William J. Foster's NPI number?
1356390462. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where William J. Foster is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Specialties

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Clinician information

Medical schoolDuke University School Of Medicine
Graduation year1999
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1356390462
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians