Thomas Heigle, M.D.
NPI 1174573711 · Ophthalmology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Heigle, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1174573711).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174573711
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 021254 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,899 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 528 | $115 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 500 | $80 |
| Ct Scan of Cornea92025 | 131 | $33 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 114 | $23 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 113 | $32 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 103 | $37 |
| Imaging of Front Third of Eye Using a Special Microscope92286 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 622 | 220 |
| Latanoprost | 343 | 82 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 299 | 81 |
| Fluorometholone | 235 | 81 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 147 | 37 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 147 | 50 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 143 | 40 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$790 across 29 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
- 2006-05-12
- Last updated
- 2008-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Heigle's NPI number?
- Thomas Heigle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174573711, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Heigle's specialty?
- Thomas Heigle is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Heigle located?
- Thomas Heigle's practice location on file with NPPES is 7777 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300.
- What is Thomas Heigle's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Heigle is (225) 766-7441.
- Does Thomas Heigle accept Medicare?
- Thomas Heigle is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Heigle's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Heigle's NPI (1174573711) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.