David Scott Estes, M.D.
David Scott Estes is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Bella Vista, AR with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL PRACTICE
David Scott Estes, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Bella Vista, AR. A University of Arkansas College of Medicine graduate since 1985, he brings 41+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Uses generic medications more than 29% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Mercy Way, Bella Vista, AR 72714-3000
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.56%
Arkansas avg: 5.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Arkansas0.56% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
Arkansas avg: 85.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
692
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,460
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
16,858
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.93M
Percentile rankings compared against 124 reporting peers in Arkansas.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
82 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 David Scott Estes's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 144010
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With David Scott Estes
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Scott Estes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Bella Vista 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 David Scott Estes
NPI records show Dr. Estes as active with telehealth listed in Bella Vista, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (479) 802-5555.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1 Mercy Way, Bella Vista, AR 72714-3000
Mailing Address
1 Mercy Way, Bella Vista, AR 72714-3000
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