Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Brabham Hester, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Columbia, SC
- NPI 1487623831
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.3 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5900 Garners Ferry RD
Columbia, SC 292091301
(803) 695-5450
fax (803) 695-5469 - Mailing address
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Po Box 743904
Atlanta, GA 303743904
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 4, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #18081
- Medicaid
- SC #180814
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487623831. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,761
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$135,744
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 372 | 265 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 344 | 226 | $85 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 214 | 214 | $124 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 125 | 17 | $60 | |
99454 |
Remote monitoring of physiologic parameters, initial supply of devices with daily recordings or programmed alerts transmission, each 30 days | 103 | 14 | $45 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 75 | 74 | $29 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 72 | 71 | $72 | |
99457 |
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes | 53 | 15 | $46 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 52 | 16 | $13 | |
J3420 |
Injection, vitamin b-12 cyanocobalamin, up to 1000 mcg | 49 | 13 | $2 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 64 peers in Columbia Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 140. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$21
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexcom, INC. | 1 | $20.81 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,348
Patients
668
Total drug cost
$35,334
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | Generic | 264 | 55 | $1,375 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 250 | 84 | $3,482 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 239 | 69 | $2,187 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 187 | 54 | $2,773 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 169 | 51 | $1,770 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 143 | 24 | $2,727 |
| Valsartan | Generic | 141 | 40 | $4,866 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 135 | 45 | $2,896 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 134 | 42 | $2,271 |
| Glimepiride | Generic | 131 | 38 | $2,141 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Brabham Hester's medical specialty?
Dr. Brabham Hester practices Family Medicine Physician in Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Brabham Hester practice?
Dr. Brabham Hester practices at 5900 Garners Ferry RD, Columbia, SC 292091301. Office phone: 8036955450.
What is Dr. Brabham Hester's NPI?
Dr. Brabham Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487623831, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Brabham Hester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Brabham Hester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Brabham Hester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.