Brian Hearon, M.D.
NPI 1437112836 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Hickory, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Hearon, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Hickory, NC (NPI 1437112836).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437112836
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 000025312 (NC)
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
529 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 272 | $68 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 99 | $172 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 69 | $78 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 34 | $8 |
| Insertion of Tube in Left Lower Heart Chamber and Coronary Artery for Diagnosis With Review By Radiologist93458 | 27 | $200 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 52 | 17 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 32 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 20 | — |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 19 | — |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 19 | — |
| Spironolactone | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$213 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
- 2006-04-08
- Last updated
- 2022-09-14
- Certified
- 2022-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Hearon's NPI number?
- Brian Hearon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437112836, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Hearon's specialty?
- Brian Hearon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Hearon located?
- Brian Hearon's practice location on file with NPPES is 1771 Tate Blvd Se, Hickory, NC 28602-4249.
- What is Brian Hearon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Hearon is (828) 324-4804.
- Does Brian Hearon accept Medicare?
- Brian Hearon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Hearon's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Hearon's NPI (1437112836) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.