Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Gary Hester, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Florence, AL
- NPI 1881642759
- Accepts Medicare
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2111 Cloyd Blvd
Florence, AL 356301503
(256) 768-8600
fax (256) 768-8608 - Mailing address
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Po Box 10005
Florence, AL 356312005
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 11, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #7854
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881642759. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
201
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$7,683
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 180 | 52 | $34 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 21 | 21 | $78 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Florence Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
51
Patients
21
Total drug cost
$989
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 33 | 21 | $341 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | Generic | 18 | 0 | $648 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Gary Hester's medical specialty?
Dr. Gary Hester practices Surgery Physician in Florence, AL.
Where does Dr. Gary Hester practice?
Dr. Gary Hester practices at 2111 Cloyd Blvd, Florence, AL 356301503. Office phone: 2567688600.
What is Dr. Gary Hester's NPI?
Dr. Gary Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881642759, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Gary Hester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Gary Hester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Gary Hester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 97597); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.