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DR. KRISTEN ELIZABETH HECK O.D.
NPI 1003918921
Optometrist in Sylacauga, AL

Active since September 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
41301 US HIGHWAY 280, SYLACAUGA, AL 35150(256) 245-4104(256) 245-8668 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Kristen Elizabeth Heck O.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. KRISTEN ELIZABETH HECK O.D. (NPI 1003918921) is an individual optometrist in Sylacauga, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (S-A82-TA-661) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Alabama Birmingham - School Of Optometry (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1003918921
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KRISTEN ELIZABETH HECKCredential: O.D.
Location Address41301 US HIGHWAY 280Sylacauga, AL 35150-8046
Mailing Address320 E Fontanero St, Ste 201Colorado Springs, CO 80907-7525 · (719) 599-2020 · Fax (719) 632-6088
Phone(256) 245-4104
Fax(256) 245-8668
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Alabama Birmingham - School Of OptometryGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 2019
✔ NPI 1003918921 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · S-A82-TA-661✔ Licensed in CO · OPT.0003515
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
41301 US HIGHWAY 280, Sylacauga, AL 35150
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Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Kristen Elizabeth Heck O.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID3274594213
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190910000708
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
32 services32 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
20 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35150 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

STEPHANIE STEWART
Pharmacist
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-1936
WAL-MART STORES EAST, LP
Eyewear Supplier
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-0356
WAL-MART STORES EAST LP
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-1936
SAXENA VIDEO PRODUCTIONS, LLC
Optometrist
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-4104
KRISTEN HECK, O.D.
Optometrist
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-4104
DR. STEPHANIE FARR PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
41301 US HIGHWAY 280
SYLACAUGA, AL 35150
Talladega County (256) 245-1936

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Kristen Heck's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristen Heck is 1003918921. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2006.

Where is Kristen Heck located?

Kristen Heck practices at 41301 Us Highway 280, Sylacauga, AL 35150. The listed phone number is (256) 245-4104.

What is Kristen Heck's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Kristen Heck enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Kristen Heck is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Kristen Heck accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Kristen Heck as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristen Heck was last updated on August 19, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.