Heather Tackett, PA-C
NPI 1164649471 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Springfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Tackett, PA-C is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Springfield, MO (NPI 1164649471).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164649471
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2007003918 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
95 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 35 | $32 |
| Fusion of Upper Spine Bone With Removal of Disc and Release of Spinal Cord Or Nerve, 1 Disc22551 | 13 | $216 |
| Fusion of Spine in Lower Back With Partial Removal of Spine Bone and Disc22633 | 12 | $229 |
| Placement of Stabilizing Device to Front, 2-3 Spine Bone Segments22845 | 12 | $92 |
| Partial Removal of Bone of Single Segment of Spine in Lower Back With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves During Fusion of Spine in Lower Back63052 | 12 | $33 |
| Placement of Stabilizing Device to Back of 1 Spine Bone in Neck22840 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 106 | 70 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 47 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 22 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 21 | 21 |
| Pregabalin | 14 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 12 | — |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 12 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$316 across 7 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-19
- Last updated
- 2021-09-30
- Certified
- 2021-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Tackett's NPI number?
- Heather Tackett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164649471, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Tackett's specialty?
- Heather Tackett is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Heather Tackett located?
- Heather Tackett's practice location on file with NPPES is 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65807-5210.
- What is Heather Tackett's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Tackett is (417) 885-3888.
- Does Heather Tackett accept Medicare?
- Heather Tackett is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Tackett's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Tackett's NPI (1164649471) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.