Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Darrell Hester, MD
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · Wilmington, NC
- NPI 1134210586
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 99.0 / 100 · 2023
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1915 S 17Th St Ste 101
Wilmington, NC 284016682
(910) 251-8200
fax (910) 251-8204
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 7, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #34349
- Medicaid
- NC #1134210586
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134210586. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,010
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$241,414
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 656 | 636 | $119 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 365 | 123 | $215 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 173 | 133 | $86 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 157 | 157 | $157 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 156 | 106 | $53 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 113 | 99 | $59 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 80 | 60 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 64 | 61 | $33 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 61 | 60 | $38 | |
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 56 | 54 | $85 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Wilmington Ophthalmology Physician, average services per provider: 940. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$156
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| RxSight INC | 2 | $155.84 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
635
Patients
218
Total drug cost
$16,299
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 277 | 55 | $2,495 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 92 | 18 | $827 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 60 | 38 | $2,172 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | Generic | 47 | 36 | $1,291 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 42 | 13 | $779 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 36 | 27 | $612 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 33 | 31 | $355 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 27 | 0 | $210 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $7,557 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Darrell Hester's medical specialty?
Dr. Darrell Hester practices Ophthalmology Physician in Wilmington, NC.
Where does Dr. Darrell Hester practice?
Dr. Darrell Hester practices at 1915 S 17Th St Ste 101, Wilmington, NC 284016682. Office phone: 9102518200.
What is Dr. Darrell Hester's NPI?
Dr. Darrell Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134210586, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Darrell Hester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Darrell Hester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Darrell Hester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.