Emma Kester, MD
NPI 1568084432 · Family Medicine Physician · Salina, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Emma Kester, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Salina, KS (NPI 1568084432).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568084432
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-48264 (KS)
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
6 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
5,994 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 773 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 750 | $118 |
| 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 | 678 | $15 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 374 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 313 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 94 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 302 | 80 |
| Losartan Potassium | 234 | 66 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 233 | 58 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 187 | 57 |
| Potassium Chloride | 146 | 36 |
| Gabapentin | 134 | 37 |
| Furosemide | 128 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,237 across 77 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
- 2020-05-13
- Last updated
- 2025-08-26
- Certified
- 2025-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Emma Kester's NPI number?
- Emma Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568084432, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Emma Kester's specialty?
- Emma Kester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Emma Kester located?
- Emma Kester's practice location on file with NPPES is 737 E Crawford St, Salina, KS 67401-5103.
- What is Emma Kester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Emma Kester is (785) 827-7261.
- Does Emma Kester accept Medicare?
- Emma Kester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Emma Kester's NPI active?
- Yes — Emma Kester's NPI (1568084432) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.