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STELLA HECKER MD
NPI 1467484741
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Fort Worth, TX

Active since July 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2000 COOPER ST STE 120, FORT WORTH, TX 76104(817) 820-2890(817) 810-0725 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 5, 2025, Feb 7, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Stella Hecker Md NPPES

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

STELLA HECKER MD (NPI 1467484741) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Fort Worth, Texas, licensed in Texas (L7414) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467484741
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameSTELLA HECKERCredential: MD
Location Address2000 COOPER ST STE 120Fort Worth, TX 76104-2535
Mailing Address2000 Cooper St Ste 120Fort Worth, TX 76104-2535 · (817) 820-2890 · Fax (817) 810-0725
Phone(817) 820-2890
Fax(817) 810-0725
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJuly 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 5, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 5, 2025
✔ NPI 1467484741 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in TX · L7414
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License L7414 (TX)
2000 COOPER ST STE 120, Fort Worth, TX 76104
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Maria Stella Tayzon

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include UnitedHealthcare.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

Stella Hecker Md 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 ID9133025745
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031212000097
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 7

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 office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
841 services358 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
563 services233 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
321 services129 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
127 services84 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
38 services38 patients
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth 10005
Fine needle aspiration biopsy with ultrasound guidance is a procedure where a thin needle is inserted into a growth to extract a small sample. Ultrasound helps accurately locate the growth. This sample is then analyzed to determine the nature of the growth.
23 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Worth, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number450135
Location1301 Pennsylvania AvenueFort Worth, TX 76104 · Tarrant County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76104 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
$129.63 typical visit price
range $56.47 – $171.07
Typical copayment $32.40 (range $14.11 – $42.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$99.68 typical visit price
range $18.18 – $139.68
Typical copayment $24.92 (range $4.54 – $34.92)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
89%722 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%3,066 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
61%1,932 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Ischemic Vascular Disease (IVD): Use of Aspirin or Another Antiplatelet
Percentage of patients 18 years of age and older who were diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) or percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period, or who had an active…
91%112 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
98%84 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
88%704 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
73%704 patients4/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers31 claims384 services$18.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers37 claims1,011 services$2.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
56 suppliers157 claims622 services$6.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
20 suppliers34 claims76 services$1.05 avg. paid by Medicare
External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers18 claims18 services$316.74 avg. paid by Medicare
Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
12 suppliers23 claims3,260 services$5.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

CAROL MICHELLE WIESNER NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2000 COOPER ST STE 120
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Tarrant County (817) 820-2890
DR. KENNETH AARON MAIR M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
2000 COOPER ST STE 120
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Tarrant County (817) 820-2890
DIABETES & ENDOCRINE ASSOCIATES OF TARRANT COUNTY, L.L.P.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
2000 COOPER ST STE 120
FORT WORTH, TX 76104
Tarrant County (817) 820-2890

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 Stella Hecker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stella Hecker is 1467484741. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 7, 2006. The provider is also known as Maria Stella Tayzon.

Where is Stella Hecker located?

Stella Hecker practices at 2000 Cooper St Ste 120, Fort Worth, TX 76104. The listed phone number is (817) 820-2890.

What is Stella Hecker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Stella Hecker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stella Hecker 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 Stella Hecker accept?

Health plans from UnitedHealthcare list Stella Hecker 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 Stella Hecker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stella Hecker is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stella Hecker was last updated on November 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 months 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.