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DR. AL VESTER M.D.
NPI 1447311295
Internal Medicine in Lafayette, AL

Active since December 13, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
140 1ST ST SE, LAFAYETTE, AL 36862(334) 864-7887(334) 864-0460 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Al Vester M.d. NPPES

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

DR. AL VESTER M.D. (NPI 1447311295) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lafayette, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (10617) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Howard University College Of Medicine (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447311295
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. AL VESTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address140 1ST ST SELafayette, AL 36862-2304
Mailing Address140 1st St SeLafayette, AL 36862-2304 · (334) 864-7887 · Fax (334) 864-0460
Phone(334) 864-7887
Fax(334) 864-0460
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSHoward University College Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateDecember 13, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1447311295 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 10617
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
140 1ST ST SE, Lafayette, AL 36862
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified51077193AL
Medicare UPINC74264AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Al Vester M.d. 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 ID8527232081
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111117000690
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Al Vester reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Vester Health Center LLC
Same address
Internal Medicine
140 1ST ST SE
Lafayette, AL 36862
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1043371883 (334) 864-7887
East Alabama Mental Health-Mental Retardation Board Incorpor
19 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
2506 LAMBERT DR
Opelika, AL 36801
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 16 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1336169606 (334) 742-2733

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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 straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
79 services26 patients
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.
79 services28 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.
30 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36862 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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 suppliers19 claims42 services$7.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$2.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers15 claims17 services$1.23 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 2

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

VESTER HEALTH CENTER LLC
Internal Medicine
140 1ST ST SE
LAFAYETTE, AL 36862
Chambers County (334) 864-7887
DR. TERRY YVONNE VESTER M.D.
Family Medicine
140 1ST ST SE
LAFAYETTE, AL 36862
Chambers County (334) 864-7887

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 Al Vester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Al Vester is 1447311295. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 13, 2006.

Where is Al Vester located?

Al Vester practices at 140 1st St SE, Lafayette, AL 36862. The listed phone number is (334) 864-7887.

What is Al Vester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Al Vester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Al Vester 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Al Vester's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Al Vester reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Vester Health Center LLC (Lafayette, AL) and East Alabama Mental Health-Mental Retardation Board Incorpor (Opelika, AL). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Al Vester's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Al Vester accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Al Vester 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Al Vester was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.