Frederick Gessner, MD
NPI 1255335519 · Gastroenterology Physician · Newport News, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frederick Gessner, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Newport News, VA (NPI 1255335519).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255335519
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101046519 (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
21 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
1,094 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate Sedation Services Provided By the Same Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Performing a Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Service That Sedation Supports, Requiring the Presence of an Independent Trained Observer to Assist in the MonitoG0500 | 236 | $5 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 186 | $238 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 148 | $87 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 90 | $236 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 86 | $81 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 223 | 70 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 130 | 43 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 44 | 13 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 33 | 13 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 30 | 30 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 28 | 12 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 28 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$258 across 5 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
- 2005-06-02
- Last updated
- 2013-11-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frederick Gessner's NPI number?
- Frederick Gessner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255335519, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frederick Gessner's specialty?
- Frederick Gessner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frederick Gessner located?
- Frederick Gessner's practice location on file with NPPES is 101 Philip Roth St, Newport News, VA 23606-1393.
- What is Frederick Gessner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frederick Gessner is (757) 599-6333.
- Does Frederick Gessner accept Medicare?
- Frederick Gessner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frederick Gessner's NPI active?
- Yes — Frederick Gessner's NPI (1255335519) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.