Heidi Schneider, MD
NPI 1659317972 · Rheumatology Physician · Tyler, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heidi Schneider, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Tyler, TX (NPI 1659317972).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659317972
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M2471 (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
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
1,584 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 675 | $95 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 583 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 144 | $141 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 99 | $64 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 36 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 922 | 210 |
| Prednisone | 497 | 132 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 381 | 89 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 295 | 42 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 284 | 49 |
| Leflunomide | 221 | 55 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$262 across 6 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
- 2006-06-22
- Last updated
- 2014-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heidi Schneider's NPI number?
- Heidi Schneider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659317972, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heidi Schneider's specialty?
- Heidi Schneider is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heidi Schneider located?
- Heidi Schneider's practice location on file with NPPES is 1327 Troup Hwy, Tyler, TX 75701-4443.
- What is Heidi Schneider's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heidi Schneider is (903) 510-8764.
- Does Heidi Schneider accept Medicare?
- Heidi Schneider is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heidi Schneider's NPI active?
- Yes — Heidi Schneider's NPI (1659317972) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.