Laura Lester, MD
NPI 1265696538 · Dermatology Physician · Cedar Park, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Lester, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Cedar Park, TX (NPI 1265696538).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265696538
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N3825 (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
17 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
6,064 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 4,260 | $38 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 438 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 267 | $92 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 231 | $36 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 188 | $12 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 131 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | 38 | 13 |
| Hydrocortisone | 30 | 26 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 24 | 17 |
| Ketoconazole | 23 | 21 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 20 | 18 |
| Gabapentin | 18 | — |
| Ciclopirox | 13 | — |
| Spironolactone | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$455 across 25 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
- 2008-07-15
- Last updated
- 2017-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Lester's NPI number?
- Laura Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265696538, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Lester's specialty?
- Laura Lester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Lester located?
- Laura Lester's practice location on file with NPPES is 1401 Medical Pkwy, Cedar Park, TX 78613-7763.
- What is Laura Lester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Lester is (512) 260-5860.
- Does Laura Lester accept Medicare?
- Laura Lester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Lester's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Lester's NPI (1265696538) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.