Kathleen Hesterman, M.D.
NPI 1528301041 · Dermatology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathleen Hesterman, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1528301041).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528301041
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,189 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 | 879 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 314 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 312 | $46 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 197 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 162 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 152 | 66 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 138 | 82 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 109 | 51 |
| Fluorouracil | 67 | 57 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 55 | — |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 52 | 21 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 17 |
| Desonide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,357 across 54 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
- 2013-04-03
- Last updated
- 2021-02-08
- Certified
- 2021-02-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathleen Hesterman's NPI number?
- Kathleen Hesterman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528301041, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathleen Hesterman's specialty?
- Kathleen Hesterman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathleen Hesterman located?
- Kathleen Hesterman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2313 Whitesburg Dr Se, Huntsville, AL 35801-3819.
- What is Kathleen Hesterman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathleen Hesterman is (256) 290-1160.
- Does Kathleen Hesterman accept Medicare?
- Kathleen Hesterman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathleen Hesterman's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathleen Hesterman's NPI (1528301041) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.