Danubia Hester
Danubia Hester specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Brandywine, MD in independent practice. Trained at Howard University College of Medicine (class of 2015), she has been practicing for over 11 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.83/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 921dNPPES updated 2023-10-27 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7704 Matapeake Business Dr, Brandywine, MD 20613-3043
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Maryland.
MIPS Score
202377.83/100
Maryland avg: 77.8 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MarylandHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better17.31%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)
17.31% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
620
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
46
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
156
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $194k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.0k received from industry
122 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Danubia Hester's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Howard University College of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 2, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
11 years in practice
Established
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Howard University College of Medicine (Class of 2015)
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Danubia Hester
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Danubia Hester for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Brandywine required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Danubia Hester
Dr. Hester is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Brandywine, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (301) 812-3900.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
7704 Matapeake Business Dr, Brandywine, MD 20613-3043
Mailing Address
7704 Matapeake Business Dr, Brandywine, MD 20613-3043
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