Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Josh Lester, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician · Internal Medicine Physician · Lexington, KY
- NPI 1497139851
- MIPS 94.8 / 100 · 2023
- 11 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2400 Harrodsburg RD
Lexington, KY 405032162
(859) 278-0319
fax (859) 277-9699
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 12, 2024
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kentucky #52773
- Medicaid
- KY #7100423710
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497139851. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
514
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$74,806
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 225 | 113 | $201 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 196 | 114 | $113 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 27 | 23 | $75 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 23 | 15 | $119 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 21 | 21 | $78 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 11 | 11 | $48 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 11 | 11 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in Lexington Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 57. This provider delivers 9.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$33
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $17.88 | |
| Mylan Specialty L.P. | 1 | $14.87 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
57
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$16,022
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stiolto Respimat (Tiotropium Br/Olodaterol Hcl) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $15,306 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $648 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 12 | 0 | $68 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Josh Lester's medical specialty?
Dr. Josh Lester practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Lexington, KY.
Where does Dr. Josh Lester practice?
Dr. Josh Lester practices at 2400 Harrodsburg RD, Lexington, KY 405032162. Office phone: 8592780319.
What is Dr. Josh Lester's NPI?
Dr. Josh Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497139851, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Josh Lester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Critical care (HCPCS 99291); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.