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Who is Dr. Hester, Internist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Samuel Hester, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hester graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of North Carolina Hospitals Program. Dr. Hester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office.
Where did Dr. Hester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hester speak?
Dr. Hester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hester treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hester diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hester. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Hester perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samuel Hester may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hester's office.
Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?
Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Hester in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hester's office located?
What is Dr. Hester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700145067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hester
What is Dr. Samuel Hester's specialty?
Dr. Hester is a Internist near Asheville, NC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Hester to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Samuel Hester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hester is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Francis Downtown. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Samuel Hester accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Hester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Hester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hester's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Hester?
Please contact Dr. Hester's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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