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Dr. James Norman Foster, MD is an orthopedist in Rochester, NY specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2012 and has 14 years of experience. Dr. James Norman Foster, MD is affiliated with Rochester Regional Health.
Rochester Regional Health
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Dr. James Norman Foster, MD graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2012. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine (2012)
Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (2019)
Licensed In: New York
Dr. James Norman Foster, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. James Norman Foster, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CorVel, EmblemHealth, MVP Health Care, WellCare, Medicare Advantage, MultiPlan, US Family Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Guardian, MagnaCare, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Fidelis Care, Molina Healthcare, TRICARE, MetLife Dental, ValueOptions, Health Economics Group Dental, Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Dental, ElderONE, MetraComp, Univera Healthcare, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS), Veterans Administration (VA), Lifetime Benefits (RMSCO), HealthPlex, DeCare Dental, Independent Health CommercialMedicare, FedMed Dental, DentaQuest, OneCall Medical, Aetna Healthcare, First Niagara Business Works (Key Insurance), Liberty Dental and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) Dental.
According to our sources, Dr. James Norman Foster, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. James Norman Foster, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,901
TRIDENT $1,098 |
Insignia $241 |
Mako $225 |
T2 $175 |
TRIATHLON $90 |
Other $73 |
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$1,616
Arcos $1,131 |
Persona $360 |
$126 |
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$229
REDAPT $138 |
Tandem $90 |
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$205
ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE KNEE & HIP ARTHROSCOPY $170 |
ALL ARTHREX PRODUCT LINES $35 |
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$140
Pyro MCP $140 |
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$185
UE - Ascend Flex $76 |
HemiCAP Shoulder $63 |
MPO Hip System $23 |
SBO-HPS $23 |
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Dr. James Foster is an orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist. Clinical interests for Dr. Foster include knee surgery, replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement), and hip surgery. Dr. Foster seems to honor UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and Fidelis Care, as well as other insurance carriers. He graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Dr. Foster is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital (RGH). He has an open panel in Rochester, NY according to Rochester Regional Health.
