Debra Kester, PA-C
NPI 1477673747 · Physician Assistant · Herrin, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Debra Kester, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Herrin, IL (NPI 1477673747).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477673747
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 085001727 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,017 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 354 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 217 | $104 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 197 | $73 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 190 | $51 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 22 | $3 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 119 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Lisinopril | 351 | 103 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 320 | 105 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 300 | 98 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 242 | 67 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 236 | 75 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 195 | 48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$565 across 20 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 (1)
- 405 Rushing DrHerrin, IL 62948-3730Phone: (618) 993-3300Fax: (618) 993-0262
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-30
- Last updated
- 2024-08-26
- Certified
- 2024-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Debra Kester's NPI number?
- Debra Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477673747, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Debra Kester's specialty?
- Debra Kester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Debra Kester located?
- Debra Kester's practice location on file with NPPES is 315 S 13th St Ste 2, Herrin, IL 62948-3666.
- What is Debra Kester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Debra Kester is (618) 942-5883.
- Does Debra Kester accept Medicare?
- Debra Kester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Debra Kester's NPI active?
- Yes — Debra Kester's NPI (1477673747) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.