Dr. Valerie A. Esker
- Gender: Female
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1467513911
Dr. Valerie A. Esker D.M.D.
Pediatric Dentist
She is located at 1516 Coleman Road Suite 201 in Knoxville, TN 37909. Can help patients with the following: Braces, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Plaque, Laser, Oral Cancer Examination, Tooth Extraction. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467513911. Appointment can be made via the phone number (865) 558-8857. She is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Valerie A. Esker, being an pediatric dentist, 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. Valerie A. Esker.
- Bleeding Gums
- Braces
- Cavity
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Cracked Tooth
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Fillings and Repairs
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dental Plaque
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Loose Tooth
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Pericoronitis
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Teething
- Tooth Extraction
- Toothache
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Valerie A. Esker as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Network data as of Aug 25, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlueCross B16S $50 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Dentalblue | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross G08S $30 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health ® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Gold | Dentalblue | Accepting new patients |
| BlueCross S26S $40 PCP Copay + $0 virtual care from Teladoc Health® (8 plan variants) | EPO · Silver | Dentalblue | Accepting new patients |
Dental plans
BEST Life
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Superior Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cigna Dental Family + Pediatric | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Cigna Dental Pediatric | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Pla | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Dec 12, 2024, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smile Now Tennessee - No Waiting Period PPO | PPO · High | Preferred | 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. Valerie A. Esker is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Payments received
Drug payment
| A-Dec | $1821 |
| Zimmer Biomet | $307 |
| Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America | $12 |
Other
| Other | $1821 |
| Food and Beverage | $320 |
Additional Specialities
- Dentist
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Valerie A. Esker?
Dr. Valerie A. Esker's office is located at 1516 Coleman Road Suite 201 in Knoxville, TN 37909.
Does Dr. Valerie A. Esker accept insurance?
Dr. Valerie A. Esker is listed in-network for 16 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, BEST Life, Cigna Healthcare, Humana, TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY, UnitedHealthcare. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Valerie A. Esker treat?
Dr. Valerie A. Esker provides treatment for Braces, Dental Crowns and Caps, Dental Plaque, Laser, Oral Cancer Examination, Tooth Extraction. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Valerie A. Esker have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Valerie A. Esker is affiliated with Health Care for Kids.