Andrew Hester, M.D.
NPI 1063874071 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Tyler, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrew Hester, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Tyler, TX (NPI 1063874071).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1063874071
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R9079 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,618 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 568 | $60 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 373 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 280 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 228 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 179 | $122 |
| X-Ray of Pelvis, 1-2 Views72170 | 147 | $25 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 206 | 94 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 151 | 69 |
| Gabapentin | 101 | 58 |
| Meloxicam | 63 | 34 |
| Celecoxib | 55 | 42 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 50 | 30 |
| Amoxicillin | 38 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$340 across 4 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1123 S Palestine St Ste 300Athens, TX 75751-3645Phone: (903) 939-7500
- 925 W Loop 281Longview, TX 75604-2918Phone: (903) 939-7500
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-03-28
- Last updated
- 2025-12-11
- Certified
- 2025-12-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrew Hester's NPI number?
- Andrew Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063874071, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrew Hester's specialty?
- Andrew Hester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrew Hester located?
- Andrew Hester's practice location on file with NPPES is 3414 Golden Rd, Tyler, TX 75701-8336.
- What is Andrew Hester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrew Hester is (903) 939-7500.
- Does Andrew Hester accept Medicare?
- Andrew Hester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrew Hester's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrew Hester's NPI (1063874071) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.