Edwin Heist, MD PHD
NPI 1255313334 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiac Electrophysiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edwin Heist, MD PHD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1255313334).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255313334
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 205118 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
4,538 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Or Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days93296 | 718 | $25 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System, Remote Up to 90 Days93294 | 517 | $31 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 497 | $15 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days93298 | 495 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 355 | $189 |
| Evaluation of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Implantable Defibrillator System, Remote Up to 90 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 105 | 40 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 72 | 30 |
| Nadolol | 25 | 11 |
| Dronedarone Hclbrand: Multaq | 20 | — |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 20 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 13 | — |
| Dofetilide | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,741 across 8 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
- 2005-11-15
- Last updated
- 2013-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edwin Heist's NPI number?
- Edwin Heist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255313334, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edwin Heist's specialty?
- Edwin Heist is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edwin Heist located?
- Edwin Heist's practice location on file with NPPES is 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114-2696.
- What is Edwin Heist's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edwin Heist is (617) 726-8514.
- Does Edwin Heist accept Medicare?
- Edwin Heist is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edwin Heist's NPI active?
- Yes — Edwin Heist's NPI (1255313334) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.