Willie Hester, M.D.
NPI 1730354002 · Nephrology Physician · Rutherfordton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Willie Hester, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Rutherfordton, NC (NPI 1730354002).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730354002
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007-01664 (NC)
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 tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
461 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 243 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 61 | $84 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 48 | $73 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, 30 Minutes Or Less99238 | 40 | $75 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 39 | $111 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) |
|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 50 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 47 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 31 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 26 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 25 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 15 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 15 |
| Cannabidiol (cbd)brand: Epidiolex | 15 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1871 Evelyn Byrd AveHarrisonburg, VA 22801-3487Phone: (540) 564-5800Fax: (833) 376-9008
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-28
- Last updated
- 2025-12-30
- Certified
- 2025-12-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Willie Hester's NPI number?
- Willie Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730354002, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Willie Hester's specialty?
- Willie Hester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Willie Hester located?
- Willie Hester's practice location on file with NPPES is 288 S Ridgecrest Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139-2838.
- What is Willie Hester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Willie Hester is (828) 286-5000.
- Does Willie Hester accept Medicare?
- Willie Hester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Willie Hester's NPI active?
- Yes — Willie Hester's NPI (1730354002) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.