Summary

Dr. Richard Hester is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at University Hospital of Arkansas, building a strong foundation in comprehensive adult care. With over four decades of medical practice, Dr. Hester brings extensive experience to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Hester practices at multiple locations in Arkansas and Mississippi, including Family Medicine Associates of Blytheville in Blytheville, Arkansas, Great River Medical Center in Blytheville, Arkansas, and Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi. His clinical expertise focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts, kidney function assessments, and comprehensive chemistry panels to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Hester an average rating of 3.1 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 41 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Hospital Of Arkansas
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lee Hester has 3 locations

Family Medicine Associates Of Blytheville Pa

1521 N 10th St Ste CBlytheville, AR 72315
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Great River Medical Center

1520 N Division StBlytheville, AR 72315

Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle

2520 5th St NColumbus, MS 39705

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, French Speaks English
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Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee Hester

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Devoted Health
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Summit Community Care
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lee Hester has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lee Hester has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Lee Hester holds an active medical license in the state of Arkansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arkansas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital Of Arkansas.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Hester's NPI number is 1336118157.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Richard Hester's office located?
Dr. Richard Hester's office is located at 1521 N 10th St Ste C, Blytheville, AR, 72315.

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