Kathryn Hecker, MD
NPI 1992744437 · Ophthalmology Physician · Greensboro, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathryn Hecker, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Greensboro, NC (NPI 1992744437).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992744437
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9700982 (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
326 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 | 49 | $120 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 48 | $37 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 45 | $33 |
| Removal of Recurring Cataract in Lens Capsule Using a Laser66821 | 33 | $308 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 29 | $456 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 26 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 110 | 38 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 74 | 60 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 64 | 23 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 57 | 40 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 28 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 19 | 13 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 18 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$602 across 17 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
- 2006-06-06
- Last updated
- 2023-11-27
- Certified
- 2020-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathryn Hecker's NPI number?
- Kathryn Hecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992744437, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathryn Hecker's specialty?
- Kathryn Hecker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathryn Hecker located?
- Kathryn Hecker's practice location on file with NPPES is 1507 Westover Ter, Greensboro, NC 27408-7130.
- What is Kathryn Hecker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathryn Hecker is (336) 274-7771.
- Does Kathryn Hecker accept Medicare?
- Kathryn Hecker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathryn Hecker's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathryn Hecker's NPI (1992744437) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.