Heather Vasser, M.D.
NPI 1528398609 · Surgery Physician · Columbus, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Vasser, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Columbus, TX (NPI 1528398609).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528398609
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- N3369 (TX)
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
16 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
1,779 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 269 | $86 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 240 | $96 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope With Electrical Cautery45384 | 235 | $150 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 216 | $54 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 155 | $238 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 1,282 | 292 |
| Famotidine | 845 | 183 |
| Omeprazole | 492 | 91 |
| Sucralfate | 194 | 62 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 154 | 153 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 134 | 36 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$239 across 12 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
- 2010-01-12
- Last updated
- 2020-12-21
- Certified
- 2020-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Vasser's NPI number?
- Heather Vasser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528398609, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Vasser's specialty?
- Heather Vasser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heather Vasser located?
- Heather Vasser's practice location on file with NPPES is 1860 Highway 71 S, Columbus, TX 78934-2816.
- What is Heather Vasser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Vasser is (979) 732-6552.
- Does Heather Vasser accept Medicare?
- Heather Vasser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Vasser's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Vasser's NPI (1528398609) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-12-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.