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ROBERT JOHN ESTHER M.D.
NPI 1962489328
Orthopaedic Surgery in Chapel Hill, NC

Active since December 28, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100 MANNING DRIVE, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA HOSPITALS, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599(919) 962-6637(919) 966-7130 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 5, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Robert John Esther M.d. NPPES

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

ROBERT JOHN ESTHER M.D. (NPI 1962489328) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (200300237) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and is a graduate of Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1962489328
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT JOHN ESTHERCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 MANNING DRIVE, UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA HOSPITALSChapel Hill, NC 27599-0001
Mailing AddressCb 7055, Department Of OrthopaedicsChapel Hill, NC 27599-0001 · (919) 962-6637 · Fax (919) 966-7130
Phone(919) 962-6637
Fax(919) 966-7130
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSVanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateDecember 28, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 5, 2021
NPPES CertifiedApril 5, 2021
✔ NPI 1962489328 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 200300237
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
100 MANNING DRIVE, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid266969200MN

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Robert John 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 ID1557335080
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070706000574
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Robert Esther reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
0.9 mi
Anesthesiology
101 MANNING DR
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 2,797 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1780669200 (984) 974-1000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.
73 services48 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
53 services53 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 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27599 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.

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 Robert Esther's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Esther is 1962489328. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 28, 2005.

Where is Robert Esther located?

Robert Esther practices at 100 Manning Drive University Of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC 27599. The listed phone number is (919) 962-6637.

What is Robert Esther's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Robert Esther enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Robert Esther's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Esther reassigns Medicare benefits to University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill (Chapel Hill, NC). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Robert Esther's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Robert Esther affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Esther is affiliated with Unc Hospitals and Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Esther was last updated on April 5, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.