Ryan Hester, M.D.
NPI 1053466631 · Otolaryngology Physician · Newport News, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ryan Hester, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Newport News, VA (NPI 1053466631).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053466631
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101237236 (VA)
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
19 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
5,408 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 2,461 | $11 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 1,170 | $3 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 851 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 231 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 203 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 211 | 97 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 105 | 59 |
| Famotidine | 67 | 36 |
| Omeprazole | 59 | 31 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 50 | 13 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 35 | 11 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 32 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$275 across 11 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
- 2007-01-24
- Last updated
- 2007-09-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ryan Hester's NPI number?
- Ryan Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053466631, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ryan Hester's specialty?
- Ryan Hester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ryan Hester located?
- Ryan Hester's practice location on file with NPPES is 11842 Rock Landing Dr, Newport News, VA 23606-4437.
- What is Ryan Hester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ryan Hester is (757) 873-0338.
- Does Ryan Hester accept Medicare?
- Ryan Hester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ryan Hester's NPI active?
- Yes — Ryan Hester's NPI (1053466631) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-09-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.