Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nurani Kester, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Emergency Medicine Physician · Live Oak, TX
- NPI 1174546808
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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12412 Judson RD
Live Oak, TX 782333255
(210) 757-7000 - Additional location
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3551 Roger Brooke Dr
Jbsa Ft Sam Houston, TX 782344504
(210) 916-4141 - Mailing address
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108 W Kings Hwy
San Antonio, TX 782122962
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 11, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #Q2786 · California #A96217
- Medicaid
- TX #344280802
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174546808. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
583
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$63,635
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 267 | 261 | $170 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 197 | 187 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 71 | 68 | $117 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 37 | 36 | $206 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 11 | 11 | $69 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 121. This provider delivers 4.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
172
Patients
167
Total drug cost
$1,516
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 21 | 21 | $102 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 20 | 19 | $37 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 17 | 17 | $70 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 17 | $148 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 17 | 16 | $123 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $139 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 15 | 15 | $284 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $350 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $50 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 12 | $93 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nurani Kester's medical specialty?
Dr. Nurani Kester practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Live Oak, TX.
Where does Dr. Nurani Kester practice?
Dr. Nurani Kester practices at 12412 Judson RD, Live Oak, TX 782333255. Office phone: 2107577000.
What is Dr. Nurani Kester's NPI?
Dr. Nurani Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174546808, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nurani Kester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nurani Kester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nurani Kester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.