Patrick Tester, MD
NPI 1649263617 · Internal Medicine Physician · Leland, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patrick Tester, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Leland, NC (NPI 1649263617).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649263617
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD19075 (OR)
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
4,675 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 | 1,051 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 637 | $9 |
| 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 | 441 | $15 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 404 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 275 | $13 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 |
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 | 991 | 259 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 517 | 142 |
| Losartan Potassium | 361 | 106 |
| Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazidebrand: Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide | 353 | 99 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 317 | 91 |
| Omeprazole | 284 | 79 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$93 across 5 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
- 2005-08-25
- Last updated
- 2015-01-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patrick Tester's NPI number?
- Patrick Tester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649263617, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patrick Tester's specialty?
- Patrick Tester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patrick Tester located?
- Patrick Tester's practice location on file with NPPES is 1333 South Dickinson Drive, Leland, NC 28451-6434.
- What is Patrick Tester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patrick Tester is (910) 341-3300.
- Does Patrick Tester accept Medicare?
- Patrick Tester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patrick Tester's NPI active?
- Yes — Patrick Tester's NPI (1649263617) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-01-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.