MR. HESTER GUY ABLE III PA-C
NPI 1942889704
Physician Assistant in Birmingham, AL

Active since April 07, 2021PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1801 GADSDEN HWY, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235(205) 228-7600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 19, 2023, Apr 7, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mr. Hester Guy Able Iii Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. HESTER GUY ABLE III PA-C (NPI 1942889704) is an individual physician assistant in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (PA.1755) and active in the NPI registry since April 2021. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Hoover, and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942889704
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. HESTER GUY ABLE IIICredential: PA-C
Location Address1801 GADSDEN HWYBirmingham, AL 35235-3134
Mailing Address1801 Gadsden HwyBirmingham, AL 35235-3134
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2021
Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 19, 2023
NPI 1942889704 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 AL · PA.1755
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.
1801 GADSDEN HWY, Birmingham, AL 35235

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1118 Mars Hill RdHoover, AL 35244-3904 · Phone (205) 228-7600

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

Mr. Hester Guy Able Iii 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 ID7214336197
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210526000359
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 7

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 cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853
Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.
51 services36 patients
Fusion of additional segment of spine 22614
Fusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.
45 services13 patients
Placement of stabilizing device to front, 2-3 spine bone segments 22845
This procedure involves positioning a stabilizing device on the front of 2-3 segments of your spine. It's designed to provide support and stability to your spine, potentially alleviating discomfort and improving mobility.
20 services20 patients
Placement of stabilizing device to back of 1 spine bone in neck 22840
This procedure involves positioning a stabilizing device onto a single spinal bone in the neck. The goal is to provide support and prevent movement that could cause discomfort or further injury. It's performed by trained specialists under anesthesia.
16 services16 patients
Fusion of upper spine bone with removal of disc and release of spinal cord or nerve, 1 disc 22551
This procedure involves fusing together the bones in the upper spine to stabilize it. A disc is removed to ease pressure on the spinal cord or nerve. This helps reduce pain and improve mobility. This is a common treatment for certain spinal conditions.
15 services15 patients
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment 63047
This procedure involves removing part of a spine bone to alleviate pressure on the lower spinal cord and/or nerves. It targets a single segment of the spine, improving mobility and reducing pain. It's a common treatment for conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
13 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35235 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Physician Assistant
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Physical Therapist
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Physical Therapist
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Occupational Therapist
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Orthopaedic Surgery
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Physical Therapist
1801 GADSDEN HWY
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235

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 Hester Able's NPI number?

The NPI number for Hester Able is 1942889704. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2021.

Where is Hester Able located?

Hester Able practices at 1801 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235. The listed phone number is (205) 228-7600.

What is Hester Able's specialty?

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

Is Hester Able enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Hester Able 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 Hester Able accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Hester Able 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 Hester Able was last updated on May 19, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.