Joseph Hester, MD
NPI 1477661478 · Internal Medicine Physician · Richmond, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Hester, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Richmond, IN (NPI 1477661478).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477661478
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01051908 (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
760 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 458 | $120 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 126 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 82 | $123 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 34 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 25 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 124 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 528 | 139 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 439 | 117 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 432 | 128 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 429 | 114 |
| Omeprazole | 311 | 81 |
| Lisinopril | 286 | 75 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2016-04-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Hester's NPI number?
- Joseph Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477661478, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Hester's specialty?
- Joseph Hester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Hester located?
- Joseph Hester's practice location on file with NPPES is 1350 Chester Blvd, Richmond, IN 47374-1907.
- What is Joseph Hester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Hester is (765) 935-8914.
- Does Joseph Hester accept Medicare?
- Joseph Hester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Hester's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Hester's NPI (1477661478) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-04-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.