DR. RON JOSEPH HEKIER MD PA
NPI 1174573042
Surgery in Texarkana, TX

Active since May 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2717 SUMMERHILL RD, TEXARKANA, TX 75503(903) 794-0022(903) 794-0023 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 16, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier Md Pa NPPES

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

DR. RON JOSEPH HEKIER MD PA (NPI 1174573042) is an individual surgery provider in Texarkana, Texas, licensed in Texas (L6062) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174573042
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RON JOSEPH HEKIERCredential: MD PA
Location Address2717 SUMMERHILL RDTexarkana, TX 75503
Mailing Address2717 Summerhill RdTexarkana, TX 75503 · (903) 794-0022 · Fax (903) 794-0023
Fax(903) 794-0023
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 16, 2012
NPI 1174573042 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License Licensed in TX · L6062
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
2717 SUMMERHILL RD, Texarkana, TX 75503

Other Identifiers 8

Other8AJ746TX · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid149566001AR
Other82312AR · Ar Bcbs
Medicare PIN8D1803TX
Medicare UPINH79391
Other0061MBTX · Tx Bcbs
Medicare PINP00258900TX
Medicaid157029302TX

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier Md Pa 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 ID9537062310
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040129000411
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.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
14 services11 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Christus Mother Frances Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tyler, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450102
Location800 East DawsonTyler, TX 75701 · Smith County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Palestine Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Palestine, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450747
Location2900 S Loop 256Palestine, TX 75801 · Anderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75503 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
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.55 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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 13

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Surgery
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Specialist
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Obstetrics & Gynecology
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503
Surgery
2717 SUMMERHILL RD
TEXARKANA, TX 75503

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 Ron Hekier's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ron Hekier is 1174573042. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2006.

Where is Ron Hekier located?

Ron Hekier practices at 2717 Summerhill Rd, Texarkana, TX 75503. The listed phone number is (903) 794-0022.

What is Ron Hekier's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Ron Hekier enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ron Hekier 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 Ron Hekier accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and UnitedHealthcare list Ron Hekier 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.

Is Ron Hekier affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ron Hekier is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital and Palestine Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ron Hekier was last updated on February 16, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.