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DECLAN F HEGARTY MD
NPI 1477526945
Surgery in Lucedale, MS

Active since February 07, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
57 DEWEY ST, LUCEDALE, MS 39452(601) 766-0308(601) 766-0309 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Dec 26, 2017, Nov 13, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Declan F Hegarty Md NPPES

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

DECLAN F HEGARTY MD (NPI 1477526945) is an individual surgery provider in Lucedale, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (25465) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477526945
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDECLAN F HEGARTYCredential: MD
Location Address57 DEWEY STLucedale, MS 39452-5707
Mailing AddressPo Box 1007Lucedale, MS 39452-1007 · (601) 766-0308 · Fax (601) 766-0309
Phone(601) 766-0308
Fax(601) 766-0309
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateFebruary 7, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20184 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1477526945 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MS · 25465✔ Licensed in FL · ME94859
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.
57 DEWEY ST, Lucedale, MS 39452
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1403 W Highland BlvdInverness, FL 34452-4717 · Phone (352) 726-3646 · Fax (352) 726-0079
Location 2872 Winter StLucedale, MS 39452-5797 · Phone (601) 766-0308 · Fax (601) 766-0309

Other Identifiers 3

Other25465MS · Ms Medical Licensure
Other1477526945FL · Npi
Medicaid277709600FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Declan F Hegarty 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 ID5698774719
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180102001542
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Declan Hegarty reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Community Surgical Center Dr. David Crump
0.3 mi
Surgery
57 RATLIFF ST
Lucedale, MS 39452
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1730269846 (601) 766-0308
Vicksburg Clinic LLC
165 mi
Family Medicine
2100 HIGHWAY 61 N
Vicksburg, MS 39183
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 41 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790711158 (601) 883-5000
Vicksburg Healthcare LLC
165 mi
Anesthesiology
2100 HIGHWAY 61 N
Vicksburg, MS 39183
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Mississippi enrollment
  • 35 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629084058 (601) 883-5695

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.
103 services68 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
90 services81 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
55 services50 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
50 services35 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.
45 services34 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
32 services32 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Merit Health River Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Vicksburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250031
Location2100 Hwy 61 NVicksburg, MS 39183 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39452 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
$80.50 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $20.12 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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 2

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

GEORGE COUNTY HOSPITAL
Orthopaedic Surgery
57 DEWEY ST
LUCEDALE, MS 39452
George County (601) 947-3161
COMMUNITY SURGICAL CENTER
Surgery
57 DEWEY ST
LUCEDALE, MS 39452
George County (601) 766-0308

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 Declan Hegarty's NPI number?

The NPI number for Declan Hegarty is 1477526945. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 7, 2006.

Where is Declan Hegarty located?

Declan Hegarty practices at 57 Dewey St, Lucedale, MS 39452. The listed phone number is (601) 766-0308.

What is Declan Hegarty's specialty?

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

Is Declan Hegarty enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Declan Hegarty 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Declan Hegarty's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Declan Hegarty reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Community Surgical Center Dr. David Crump (Lucedale, MS), Vicksburg Clinic LLC (Vicksburg, MS) and Vicksburg Healthcare LLC (Vicksburg, MS). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Declan Hegarty's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Declan Hegarty accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 3 other insurers list Declan Hegarty 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 Declan Hegarty affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Declan Hegarty is affiliated with Merit Health River Region.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Declan Hegarty was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.