Ester Pollard, MD
NPI 1225002843 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ester Pollard, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1225002843).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225002843
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- E6050 (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
20 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
940 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 320 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 257 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 153 | $170 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 66 | $75 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 39 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 89 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 947 | 112 |
| Alprazolam | 366 | 52 |
| Prednisone | 146 | 58 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 120 | 21 |
| Gabapentin | 110 | 23 |
| Azithromycin | 109 | 58 |
| Ibuprofen | 91 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,591 across 196 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
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2012-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ester Pollard's NPI number?
- Ester Pollard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225002843, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ester Pollard's specialty?
- Ester Pollard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ester Pollard located?
- Ester Pollard's practice location on file with NPPES is 712 Booty St, Corpus Christi, TX 78404-2104.
- What is Ester Pollard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ester Pollard is (361) 882-4101.
- Does Ester Pollard accept Medicare?
- Ester Pollard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ester Pollard's NPI active?
- Yes — Ester Pollard's NPI (1225002843) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.