Avram Hecht, M.D., M.P.H
NPI 1821348384 · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · San Diego, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Avram Hecht, M.D., M.P.H is a Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program provider in San Diego, CA (NPI 1821348384).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821348384
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramStudent, Health Care
- Credential
- M.D., M.P.H
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
608 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 | 137 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $118 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 80 | $156 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 69 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 63 | $104 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 159 | 53 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 115 | 49 |
| Omeprazole | 108 | 44 |
| Mupirocin | 56 | 31 |
| Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil | 37 | 26 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 32 | 19 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexamethbrand: Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone | 22 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$26 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
- 2012-09-12
- Last updated
- 2012-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Avram Hecht's NPI number?
- Avram Hecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821348384, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Avram Hecht's specialty?
- Avram Hecht is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program (Student, Health Care).
- Where is Avram Hecht located?
- Avram Hecht's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103-9000.
- What is Avram Hecht's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Avram Hecht is (619) 543-5910.
- Does Avram Hecht accept Medicare?
- Avram Hecht is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Avram Hecht's NPI active?
- Yes — Avram Hecht's NPI (1821348384) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.