James Lester, M.D.
NPI 1952321309 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Lester, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1952321309).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952321309
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 39191 (NC)
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
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
1,785 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 379 | $8 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 304 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 119 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 115 | $81 |
| Ct Scan of Chest With Contrast71260 | 76 | $51 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 76 | $44 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$169 across 4 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)
- 11995 Singletree Ln Ste 500Eden Prairie, MN 55344-5349Phone: (952) 595-1301Fax: (612) 294-4903
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2023-03-15
- Certified
- 2023-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Lester's NPI number?
- James Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952321309, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Lester's specialty?
- James Lester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Lester located?
- James Lester's practice location on file with NPPES is 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704-2702.
- What is James Lester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Lester is (919) 470-5272.
- Does James Lester accept Medicare?
- James Lester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Lester's NPI active?
- Yes — James Lester's NPI (1952321309) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.