SARAH RUTH NESTER MD
NPI 1194187278
Family Medicine in Louisville, KY

Q: What is Sarah Nester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Nester is 1194187278. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2016.

Q: What is Sarah Nester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Nester was last updated on October 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since March 28, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

100/100

CMS Quality Rating

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410, LOUISVILLE, KY 40241(502) 394-6600(502) 394-6525 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 26, 2020, Mar 12, 2020, Aug 9, 2019 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Sarah Ruth Nester Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

SARAH RUTH NESTER MD (NPI 1194187278) is an individual family medicine provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (52873) and active in the NPI registry since March 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lexington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194187278

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameSARAH RUTH NESTERCredential: MD

Location Address9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410Louisville, KY 40241-2850

Mailing AddressPo Box 776351Chicago, IL 60677-6351 · (502) 588-9490 · Fax (502) 272-5116

Phone(502) 394-6600

Fax(502) 394-6525

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2016

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 26, 20205 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedOctober 26, 2020

✔ NPI 1194187278 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in KY · 52873✔ Licensed in KY · R4145

Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410, Louisville, KY 40241

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12195 Harrodsburg Rd Ste 125Lexington, KY 40504-3504 · Phone (859) 323-6712

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Sarah Ruth Nester Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5395010409

PECOS Enrollment IDI20191003000940

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

417 services219 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

156 services156 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

135 services99 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

53 services53 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

53 services53 patients

Hemoglobin a1c level 83036

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.

42 services32 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

42 services38 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

41 services35 patients

Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 20 valent (pcv20), for intramuscular use 90677

The Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV20) is a shot given to protect against 20 types of bacteria that can cause serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis. It's administered through a muscle, usually in the arm. It's important for overall health.

34 services34 patients

Administration of pneumococcal vaccine G0009

The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause severe infections like pneumonia and meningitis. The vaccine is given as an injection, typically in the arm. It's recommended for infants, older adults, and those with certain health conditions.

33 services33 patients

Annual wellness visit; includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), initial visit G0438

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your doctor to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's an opportunity to discuss your health status and goals and get a plan tailored for you.

13 services13 patients

Initial preventive physical examination; face-to-face visit, services limited to new beneficiary during the first 12 months of medicare enrollment G0402

An Initial Preventive Physical Examination, also known as a "Welcome to Medicare" visit, is a one-time, face-to-face visit during your first 12 months of Medicare enrollment. It includes a review of your health, as well as education and counseling about preventive services and further screenings.

12 services12 patients

Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity 99495

Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180040

Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County

Emergency services

Norton Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180088

Location200 East Chestnut StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Louisville

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180130

Location4000 Kresge WayLouisville, KY 40207 · Jefferson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Health Lagrange

Acute Care Hospitals · La Grange, KY

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number180138

Location1025 New Moody LaneLa Grange, KY 40031 · Oldham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 40241 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$82.24 typical visit price

range $52.76 – $162.27

Typical copayment $20.56 (range $13.19 – $40.56)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$93.94 typical visit price

range $16.53 – $131.99

Typical copayment $23.48 (range $4.13 – $32.99)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

5 suppliers12 claims24 services$5.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

4 suppliers11 claims11 services$1.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

CATHERINE GATES NP

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410
LOUISVILLE, KY 40241

Jefferson County (502) 394-6600

ANH TUAN NGUYEN APRN, FNP

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410
LOUISVILLE, KY 40241

Jefferson County (502) 394-6600

LINDSEY W ENGEL MD

Family Medicine

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410
LOUISVILLE, KY 40241

Jefferson County (502) 394-6600

DR. AMBER ZIMMER DEPTOLA MD

Internal Medicine

9880 ANGIES WAY STE 410
LOUISVILLE, KY 40241

Jefferson County (502) 394-6600

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Sarah Nester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Nester is 1194187278. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2016.

Where is Sarah Nester located?

Sarah Nester practices at 9880 Angies Way Ste 410, Louisville, KY 40241. The listed phone number is (502) 394-6600.

What is Sarah Nester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Sarah Nester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Nester is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Sarah Nester accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CareSource list Sarah Nester as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Sarah Nester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sarah Nester is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, Norton Hospitals, Inc, Baptist Health Louisville and Baptist Health Lagrange.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Nester was last updated on October 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.