Lawrence Hecker, M.D.
NPI 1730181611 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Hecker, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1730181611).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730181611
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 166566 (NY)
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
3,484 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 784 | $16 |
| 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 | 716 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 680 | $145 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 320 | $9 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 234 | $219 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 691 | 193 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 601 | 180 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 467 | 146 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 461 | 141 |
| Losartan Potassium | 357 | 108 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 306 | 72 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$24 across 1 record (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
- 2005-08-11
- Last updated
- 2008-02-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Hecker's NPI number?
- Lawrence Hecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730181611, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Hecker's specialty?
- Lawrence Hecker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Hecker located?
- Lawrence Hecker's practice location on file with NPPES is 241 E 86th St, New York, NY 10028-3622.
- What is Lawrence Hecker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Hecker is (212) 369-2266.
- Does Lawrence Hecker accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Hecker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Hecker's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Hecker's NPI (1730181611) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.