DOUGLAS HESTER MD
NPI 1457573206
Anesthesiology in Nashville, TN

Q: What is Douglas Hester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Hester is 1457573206. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2007.

Q: What is Douglas Hester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Hester was last updated on March 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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 May 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

97.12/100

CMS Quality Rating

3601 TVC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Douglas Hester Md NPPES

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

DOUGLAS HESTER MD (NPI 1457573206) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD43565) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457573206

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameDOUGLAS HESTERCredential: MD

Location Address3601 TVCNashville, TN 37232-0001

Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-3000

Phone(615) 322-3000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSMedical College Of Georgia School Of MedicineGraduated 2004

Enumeration DateMay 2, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 16, 2022

NPPES CertifiedMarch 16, 2022

✔ NPI 1457573206 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · MD43565✔ Licensed in AL · 27083

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

3601 TVC, Nashville, TN 37232

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Douglas Hester 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 ID9335215912

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080904000720

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 4

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

28 services27 patients

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670

Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.

16 services16 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on skin, muscles, or nerves of head, neck, and upper back 00300

Anesthesia for procedures on skin, muscles, or nerves of the head, neck, and upper back involves using medication to numb the area or make you unconscious during the procedure. This ensures you don't feel pain or discomfort. It's safe and monitored by professionals.

11 services11 patients

Anesthesia for other closed procedure on chest 00520

Anesthesia for a closed chest procedure involves the use of medications to block sensation, ensuring you don't feel pain during the procedure. It can be general (you're asleep) or regional (part of your body is numbed). This helps maintain comfort and safety.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440039

Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

97.12/100

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

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

85.64

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

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

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NASHVILLE, TN 37232

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Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

ELLEN HOUSE MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

DR. DEBORAH P JONES MD

Pediatrics (Pediatric Nephrology)

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

SPYROS KALAMS MD

Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

ROBERT BAUM MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

KENNETH SHARP MD

Surgery

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

JOHN DOWNING MD

Anesthesiology

3601 TVC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232

Davidson County (615) 322-3000

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 Douglas Hester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Hester is 1457573206. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 2, 2007.

Where is Douglas Hester located?

Douglas Hester practices at 3601 Tvc, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-3000.

What is Douglas Hester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Douglas Hester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Douglas Hester 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 Douglas Hester accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and Oscar Insurance Company list Douglas Hester 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 Douglas Hester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Douglas Hester is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Hester was last updated on March 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.