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Dr. Martha Hester, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Columbia, SC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hester, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Martha Hester, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Hester graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed her residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Hester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office at (803) 695-5450.

    Where did Dr. Hester go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program

    • Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hester board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Martha Hester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hester typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hester typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hester performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 695-5450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Hester in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Martha Hester's Primary Practice

    5900 Garners Ferry Rd

    Columbia, SC 29209

    (803) 695-5450

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    What is Dr. Hester's NPI number?A 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 1598724841.

    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. Martha Hester's specialty?

    Dr. Hester is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Martha Hester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hester is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Martha Hester accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Martha Hester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Martha Hester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (803) 695-5450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Martha Hester?

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (803) 695-5450 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Hester's office is located in Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Martha Hester have?

    Dr. Martha Hester is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.