THOMAS ANTHONY ESTHER PA-C
NPI 1619200375
Physician Assistant in Durham, NC

Active since September 14, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1000 TRENT DR, DURHAM, NC 27710(919) 684-8111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 14, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Thomas Anthony Esther Pa-c NPPES

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

THOMAS ANTHONY ESTHER PA-C (NPI 1619200375) is an individual physician assistant in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-01824) and active in the NPI registry since September 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619200375
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS ANTHONY ESTHERCredential: PA-C
Location Address1000 TRENT DRDurham, NC 27710-0001
Mailing Address5213 S. Alston AvenueDurham, NC 27713-4430 · (919) 620-5041
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateSeptember 14, 2009
NPI 1619200375 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in NC · 0010-01824
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.
1000 TRENT DR, Durham, NC 27710

Accepted 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

Thomas Anthony Esther 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 ID7810033248
PECOS Enrollment IDI20091015000050
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 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.
405 services304 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.
34 services34 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.
26 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340155
Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27710 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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 20

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

Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Urology
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Psychologist
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1000 TRENT DR
DURHAM, NC 27710

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 Thomas Esther's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Esther is 1619200375. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 14, 2009.

Where is Thomas Esther located?

Thomas Esther practices at 1000 Trent Dr, Durham, NC 27710. The listed phone number is (919) 684-8111.

What is Thomas Esther's specialty?

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

Is Thomas Esther enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Esther 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 Thomas Esther accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Thomas Esther 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 Thomas Esther affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Esther is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Esther was last updated on September 14, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.