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LEAH CANNADY HESTER PA-C
NPI 1497384754
Physician Assistant in Annapolis, MD

Active since April 07, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1833 FOREST DR STE A, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401(410) 216-9180 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 18, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 7, 2023, Apr 7, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Leah Cannady Hester Pa-c NPPES

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

LEAH CANNADY HESTER PA-C (NPI 1497384754) is an individual physician assistant in Annapolis, Maryland and active in the NPI registry since April 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2020).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497384754
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameLEAH CANNADY HESTERCredential: PA-C
Location Address1833 FOREST DR STE AAnnapolis, MD 21401-4580
Mailing Address91 Cathedral St Fl 2Annapolis, MD 21401-2789 · (270) 945-5053
Phone(410) 216-9180
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 18, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 18, 2023
✔ NPI 1497384754 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1833 FOREST DR STE A, Annapolis, MD 21401
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Medica, Mending Health and more.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

Leah Cannady Hester Pa-c 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 ID42638710
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200911001272
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 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 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.
26 services23 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
24 services24 patients
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.
14 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21401 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
$94.08 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $23.52 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.47 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $18.86 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

PROGRESSIVE MEDICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1833 FOREST DR STE A
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Anne Arundel County (410) 635-1909
HALEY MUSHRUSH MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1833 FOREST DR STE A
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Anne Arundel County (410) 216-9180
DR. TREVOR NOWLAN SYKES DC
Chiropractor
1833 FOREST DR STE A
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Anne Arundel County (410) 216-9180
MISS CHRISTIE LYN STEGEMAN CRNP
Nurse Practitioner
1833 FOREST DR STE A
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Anne Arundel County (410) 216-9180

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 Leah Hester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Leah Hester is 1497384754. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2020.

Where is Leah Hester located?

Leah Hester practices at 1833 Forest Dr Ste A, Annapolis, MD 21401. The listed phone number is (410) 216-9180.

What is Leah Hester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Leah Hester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Leah 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 Leah Hester accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Medica, Mending Health and UnitedHealthcare list Leah 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Leah Hester was last updated on September 18, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.