Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lester Kitten, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CMS: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)) · Charleston, SC
- NPI 1164530101
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 294250001
(843) 792-1414 - Mailing address
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Po Box 751461
Charlotte, NC 282751461
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 367500000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #975
- Medicaid
- SC #AN0496
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164530101. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
81
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$8,633
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 27 | 27 | $71 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 23 | 23 | $77 | |
00732 |
Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope | 20 | 20 | $108 | |
00537 |
Anesthesia for procedure to assess heart electrical activity | 11 | 11 | $252 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 74 peers in this city , average services per provider: 24. This provider delivers 3.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$150
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 2 | $150.49 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lester Kitten's medical specialty?
Dr. Lester Kitten practices Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Charleston, SC.
Where does Dr. Lester Kitten practice?
Dr. Lester Kitten practices at 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 294250001. Office phone: 8437921414.
What is Dr. Lester Kitten's NPI?
Dr. Lester Kitten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164530101, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lester Kitten accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lester Kitten accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lester Kitten commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for procedure on gallbladder, pancreas, or liver using an endoscope (HCPCS 00732). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.