Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dale Kester, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Gallup, NM
- NPI 1396710943
- Accepts Medicare
- 41 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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516 East Nizhoni Blvd.
Gallup, NM 873011337
(505) 722-1000
fax (505) 722-1705 - Mailing address
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P.O. Box 1337
Gallup, NM 873051337
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 13, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1985 — 41 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #95-87
- Medicaid
- NM #000H2581
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1396710943. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
374
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$48,980
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 166 | 148 | $170 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 97 | 97 | $119 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 61 | 60 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 39 | 38 | $203 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 11 | 11 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 5.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
57
Patients
46
Total drug cost
$501
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 19 | 19 | $190 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $119 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $157 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $35 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dale Kester's medical specialty?
Dr. Dale Kester practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Gallup, NM.
Where does Dr. Dale Kester practice?
Dr. Dale Kester practices at 516 East Nizhoni Blvd., Gallup, NM 873011337. Office phone: 5057221000.
What is Dr. Dale Kester's NPI?
Dr. Dale Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396710943, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dale Kester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dale Kester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dale Kester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.