Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James McLester, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1235333600
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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619 19Th St S
Birmingham, AL 352491900
(205) 934-5038
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 30, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #28564
- Medicaid
- AL #R9569
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1235333600. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
524
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$62,825
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 279 | 258 | $166 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 123 | 119 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 105 | 104 | $115 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 17 | 16 | $202 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 79 peers in this city , average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 5.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFIZER INC. | 1 | $17.38 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
256
Patients
256
Total drug cost
$2,289
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 66 | 66 | $238 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 49 | 49 | $599 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 35 | 35 | $266 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 21 | 21 | $270 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 19 | 19 | $419 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 18 | 18 | $29 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 13 | 13 | $189 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 12 | 12 | $40 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $55 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 11 | 11 | $185 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James McLester's medical specialty?
Dr. James McLester practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. James McLester practice?
Dr. James McLester practices at 619 19Th St S, Birmingham, AL 352491900. Office phone: 2059345038.
What is Dr. James McLester's NPI?
Dr. James McLester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235333600, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James McLester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James McLester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James McLester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.