Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Richard Hester, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Blytheville, AR
- NPI 1336118157
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1521 N 10Th St, Ste C
Blytheville, AR 72315
(870) 762-5360
fax (870) 762-2095
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #C6836
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336118157. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,614
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$285,865
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,276 | 316 | $81 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 530 | 214 | $8 | |
G0447 |
Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity, 15 minutes | 508 | 145 | $23 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 472 | 208 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 362 | 140 | $10 | |
99457 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes | 308 | 43 | $43 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 288 | 198 | $13 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 236 | 101 | $9 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 229 | 126 | $30 | |
99458 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, each additional 20 minutes | 214 | 41 | $36 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Blytheville Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 197. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$473
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $193.06 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 4 | $159.35 | |
| Exact Sciences Corporation | 2 | $28.99 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $21.78 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $21.27 | |
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 1 | $18.92 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $16.74 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $13.27 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,852
Patients
1,170
Total drug cost
$101,636
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 664 | 162 | $11,657 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 662 | 89 | $20,824 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 548 | 101 | $5,884 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 476 | 114 | $19,812 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 461 | 78 | $11,219 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 390 | 70 | $7,785 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 362 | 67 | $2,398 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 359 | 63 | $2,427 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 341 | 63 | $3,562 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 311 | 158 | $1,509 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Richard Hester's medical specialty?
Dr. Richard Hester practices Internal Medicine Physician in Blytheville, AR.
Where does Dr. Richard Hester practice?
Dr. Richard Hester practices at 1521 N 10Th St, Blytheville, AR 72315. Office phone: 8707625360.
What is Dr. Richard Hester's NPI?
Dr. Richard Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336118157, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Richard Hester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Richard Hester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Richard Hester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) (HCPCS 80048); Face-to-face behavioral counseling for obesity (HCPCS G0447). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.