Richard Hester, MD
NPI 1831280197 · Family Medicine Physician · Poplar Bluff, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Hester, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Poplar Bluff, MO (NPI 1831280197).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831280197
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- TEP5454 (NE)
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
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,041 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 205 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 184 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 163 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 109 | $16 |
| Thyroxine (thyroid Chemical), Free84439 | 106 | $9 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 70 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 217 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 670 | 145 |
| Gabapentin | 596 | 140 |
| Lisinopril | 505 | 131 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 490 | 92 |
| Omeprazole | 484 | 114 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 477 | 102 |
| Furosemide | 377 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$292 across 16 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1000 E Primrose St Ste 170Springfield, MO 65807-5192Phone: (000) 000-0000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-28
- Last updated
- 2024-08-27
- Certified
- 2024-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Hester's NPI number?
- Richard Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831280197, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Hester's specialty?
- Richard Hester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Hester located?
- Richard Hester's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 Physicians Park, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901-3935.
- What is Richard Hester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Hester is (573) 785-6536.
- Does Richard Hester accept Medicare?
- Richard Hester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Hester's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Hester's NPI (1831280197) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.