Dr. Richard R. Hester
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 16 years
- Graduation year: 2005
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1831280197
Dr. Richard R. Hester MD
Family Physician
He is located at 225 Physicians Park Suite# 303 in Poplar Bluff, MO 63901. Can help patients with the following: Aging In Place, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Common Cold, Diabetes, General Care, Migraine. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831280197. Appointment can be made via the phone number (573) 785-6536. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Richard R. Hester, being an family physician, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Richard R. Hester.
- Abdominal Pain
- Aging In Place
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Autism
- Birth Control Counseling
- Breastfeeding and Lactation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Common Cold
- Diabetes
- Fever
- General Care
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Infant Care
- Influenza
- Migraine
- Mold Exposure
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteoporosis
- Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Prescription Refill
- Thyroid Disease
- Women's Health
Procedures Performed by Dr. Richard R. Hester
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Richard R. Hester as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 11 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic 4700 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Gold Simple | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Silver Elite Saver Plus | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Richard R. Hester is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Richard R. Hester is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Family Practice (also registered under: Practitioner - Emergency Medicine) .
Bills through: Big Springs Medical Association
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Lilly | $199 |
| Novo Nordisk | $195 |
| GlaxoSmithKline | $158 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $1459 |
Studies
Graduated in 2005
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Questions & Answers
Has Dr. Richard R. Hester affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Richard R. Hester is affiliated with POPLAR BLUFF REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. Richard R. Hester accept patients with Oscar Insurance Company?
Yes, Dr. Richard R. Hester is listed in-network for Oscar Insurance Company through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. Richard R. Hester?
Dr. Richard R. Hester's office is located at 225 Physicians Park Suite# 303 in Poplar Bluff, MO 63901.
Does Dr. Richard R. Hester have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Richard R. Hester is affiliated with Missouri Highlands Health Care.
What conditions does Dr. Richard R. Hester treat?
Dr. Richard R. Hester provides treatment for Aging In Place, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Common Cold, Diabetes, General Care, Migraine. For the full list see this list.