Frank Lester, M.D.
NPI 1871541482 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Mobile, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank Lester, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Mobile, AL (NPI 1871541482).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871541482
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 3282 (AL)
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
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
6,522 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 2,657 | $7 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 329 | $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 | 316 | $15 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 304 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 246 | $115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 159 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 648 | 177 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 598 | 179 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 541 | 165 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 384 | 110 |
| Losartan Potassium | 367 | 104 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 361 | 103 |
| Potassium Chloride | 346 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$287 across 17 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
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2009-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank Lester's NPI number?
- Frank Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871541482, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank Lester's specialty?
- Frank Lester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank Lester located?
- Frank Lester's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 Springhill Ave, Mobile, AL 36604-1407.
- What is Frank Lester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank Lester is (251) 435-1200.
- Does Frank Lester accept Medicare?
- Frank Lester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank Lester's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank Lester's NPI (1871541482) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.