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JAMES RICHARD ESTHER M.D.
NPI 1932281888
Dermatology - Dermatopathology in Pasadena, CA

Active since October 19, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
65 NORTH MADISON AVE., SUITE 409, PASADENA, CA 91101(626) 796-2695 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About James Richard Esther M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES RICHARD ESTHER M.D. (NPI 1932281888) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Pasadena, California, licensed in California (G12360) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1965).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1932281888
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0900X
Provider Legal NameJAMES RICHARD ESTHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address65 NORTH MADISON AVE., SUITE 409Pasadena, CA 91101-2049
Mailing Address65 North Madison Ave., Suite 409Pasadena, CA 91101-2049 · (626) 796-2695
Phone(626) 796-2695
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1965
Enumeration DateOctober 19, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1932281888 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0900X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G12360
Definition
A dermatopathologist has the expertise to diagnose and monitor diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings and smears of skin lesions by means of routine and special (electron and fluorescent) microscopes.
65 NORTH MADISON AVE., Pasadena, CA 91101
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare UPINA38635CA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG12360CA

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

James Richard Esther 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 ID5698749570
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040825000981
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 6

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
189 services44 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.
132 services75 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
88 services58 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.
55 services36 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
41 services34 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
29 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 91101 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

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 James Esther's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Esther is 1932281888. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 19, 2006.

Where is James Esther located?

James Esther practices at 65 North Madison Ave. Suite 409, Pasadena, CA 91101. The listed phone number is (626) 796-2695.

What is James Esther's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ND0900X.

Is James Esther enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Esther 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.