Laura Lester, M.D.
NPI 1568801447 · Family Medicine Physician · Fayetteville, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Lester, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Fayetteville, AR (NPI 1568801447).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568801447
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E-8973 (AR)
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
13 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
2,069 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 | 355 | $101 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 198 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 169 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 148 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 131 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 130 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 118 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 256 | 88 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 207 | 61 |
| Omeprazole | 199 | 65 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 176 | 46 |
| Lisinopril | 173 | 59 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 171 | 58 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$509 across 35 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
- 2013-06-24
- Last updated
- 2025-07-16
- Certified
- 2025-07-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Lester's NPI number?
- Laura Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568801447, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Lester's specialty?
- Laura Lester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Lester located?
- Laura Lester's practice location on file with NPPES is 688 E Millsap Rd Ste 101, Fayetteville, AR 72703-3930.
- What is Laura Lester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Lester is (479) 443-3536.
- Does Laura Lester accept Medicare?
- Laura Lester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Lester's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Lester's NPI (1568801447) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.