Deborah Hess, M.D.
NPI 1497015648 · Urology Physician · Wilmington, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Deborah Hess, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Wilmington, NC (NPI 1497015648).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497015648
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2019-01156 (NC)
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
14 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
1,733 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 261 | $120 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 156 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 138 | $10 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 121 | $195 |
| Exam With Injections of Chemical for Destruction of Bladder Using an Endoscope52287 | 101 | $356 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 99 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | 274 | 192 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 71 | 28 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 53 | 43 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 46 | 17 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 43 | 40 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 34 | 16 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,003 across 32 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)
- 180 Foy DrRocky Mount, NC 27804-2417Phone: (252) 443-3136Fax: (252) 443-3847
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-05-22
- Last updated
- 2025-11-18
- Certified
- 2025-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Deborah Hess's NPI number?
- Deborah Hess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497015648, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Deborah Hess's specialty?
- Deborah Hess is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Deborah Hess located?
- Deborah Hess's practice location on file with NPPES is 1202 Medical Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401-7307.
- What is Deborah Hess's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Deborah Hess is (910) 341-3300.
- Does Deborah Hess accept Medicare?
- Deborah Hess is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Deborah Hess's NPI active?
- Yes — Deborah Hess's NPI (1497015648) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.