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Dr. Alan Koester, MD
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Huntington, WV
- NPI 1821067612
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1600 Medical Center Drive, Ste G500
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 691-1262
fax (304) 691-1666
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 17, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0106X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- West Virginia #23116 · Indiana #01043752 · New Hampshire #LT2650
- Medicaid (3)
- WV #3810011530 · KY #7100048520 · OH #2852453
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821067612. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
417
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$11,863
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73130 |
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views | 122 | 72 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 93 | 70 | $63 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 81 | 49 | $8 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 59 | 36 | $9 | |
73080 |
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views | 25 | 18 | $8 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 14 | 12 | $37 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 12 | 11 | $30 | |
64721 |
Release and/or relocation of hand nerve | 11 | 11 | $250 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Huntington Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 41. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$65
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encore Medical, Lp | 1 | $64.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
123
Patients
108
Total drug cost
$506
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 58 | 49 | $203 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 54 | 48 | $259 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $44 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Alan Koester's medical specialty?
Dr. Alan Koester practices Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician in Huntington, WV.
Where does Dr. Alan Koester practice?
Dr. Alan Koester practices at 1600 Medical Center Drive, Huntington, WV 25701. Office phone: 3046911262.
What is Dr. Alan Koester's NPI?
Dr. Alan Koester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821067612, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Alan Koester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Alan Koester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Alan Koester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73130); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views (HCPCS 73110). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.