Brian Lester, MD
NPI 1508857848 · Dermatology Physician · Brookline, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Lester, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Brookline, MA (NPI 1508857848).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1508857848
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD426329 (PA)
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
20 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
6,055 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,448 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 986 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 944 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 686 | $140 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 491 | $110 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 224 | 109 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 211 | 164 |
| Mupirocin | 82 | 57 |
| Metronidazole | 81 | 35 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 69 | 29 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 66 | 32 |
| Betamethasone Valerate | 61 | 53 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40 across 1 record (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
- 2005-11-04
- Last updated
- 2017-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Lester's NPI number?
- Brian Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508857848, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Lester's specialty?
- Brian Lester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Lester located?
- Brian Lester's practice location on file with NPPES is 235 Cypress Streeet, Brookline, MA 02445.
- What is Brian Lester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Lester is (617) 277-0800.
- Does Brian Lester accept Medicare?
- Brian Lester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Lester's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Lester's NPI (1508857848) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.