John Esters, M.D.
NPI 1033390265 · Ophthalmology Physician · Harker Heights, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Esters, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Harker Heights, TX (NPI 1033390265).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033390265
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- H5308 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,824 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 909 | $81 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 780 | $115 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 427 | $188 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 381 | $56 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 321 | $31 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 288 | $31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 412 | 143 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 103 | 51 |
| Timolol Maleate | 89 | 26 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 67 | 33 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 60 | 37 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Combigan | 51 | 11 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 45 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$280 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-15
- Last updated
- 2026-01-05
- Certified
- 2026-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Esters's NPI number?
- John Esters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033390265, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Esters's specialty?
- John Esters is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Esters located?
- John Esters's practice location on file with NPPES is 800 W Central Texas Expy Ste 150, Harker Heights, TX 76548-1994.
- What is John Esters's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Esters is (254) 519-2023.
- Does John Esters accept Medicare?
- John Esters is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Esters's NPI active?
- Yes — John Esters's NPI (1033390265) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.