JASON MATTHEW HEATON M.D.
NPI 1821162462
Orthopaedic Surgery in Columbus, GA

Q: What is Jason Heaton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jason Heaton is 1821162462. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2006.

Q: What is Jason Heaton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jason Heaton was last updated on August 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since November 17, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

67.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

6262 VETERANS PKWY, COLUMBUS, GA 31909(706) 324-6661(706) 494-3201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 6, 2025, Nov 20, 2020, Jun 4, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

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About Jason Matthew Heaton M.d. NPPES

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

JASON MATTHEW HEATON M.D. (NPI 1821162462) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Columbus, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (67752) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cook Medical Center A Campus Of Tift Reg Med Ctr, and is a graduate of Mercer University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821162462

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207X00000X

Provider Legal NameJASON MATTHEW HEATONCredential: M.D.

Location Address6262 VETERANS PKWYColumbus, GA 31909-3540

Mailing AddressPo Box 370Fortson, GA 31808-0370 · Fax (706) 494-3201

Phone(706) 324-6661

Fax(706) 494-3201

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006

Enumeration DateNovember 17, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 6, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 6, 2025

✔ NPI 1821162462 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207X00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in GA · 67752✔ Licensed in AL · MD.31700

Definition

An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.

6262 VETERANS PKWY, Columbus, GA 31909

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Jason Matthew Heaton M.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 ID3274798103

PECOS Enrollment IDI20120709000661

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 15

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

2,114 services155 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.

275 services183 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

195 services138 patients

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.

179 services134 patients

X-ray of knee, 4 or more views 73564

An X-ray of the knee, 4 or more views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It involves capturing multiple images of your knee from different angles. This helps in diagnosing conditions such as fractures, arthritis, or infections. The procedure is quick and painless.

109 services79 patients

X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502

An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.

100 services78 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.

91 services91 patients

X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030

An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.

87 services68 patients

X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562

An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.

74 services63 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.

44 services44 patients

X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views 73110

An X-ray of the wrist, minimum of 3 views, is a diagnostic procedure that uses radiation to create images of your wrist from different angles. This helps detect fractures, infections, or other abnormalities for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

35 services21 patients

X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views 73130

An X-ray of the hand, minimum of 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the bones in your hand from different angles. This helps in diagnosing fractures, infections, arthritis, or other abnormalities. It's quick and painless.

30 services22 patients

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284

An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.

16 services16 patients

Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130

This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.

14 services13 patients

Replacement of knee joint on side of knee 27446

A knee joint replacement on one side, also known as unicompartmental knee replacement, is a surgical procedure where damaged parts of the knee joint are replaced with artificial parts. This helps to reduce pain and improve mobility. It's typically done under general anesthesia.

13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Cook Medical Center A Campus Of Tift Reg Med Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Adel, GA

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number110101

Location260 Mj Taylor RoadAdel, GA 31620 · Cook County

Emergency services

Colquitt Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Moultrie, GA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110105

Location3131 South Main StreetMoultrie, GA 31768 · Colquitt County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sgmc Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Valdosta, GA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number110122

Location2501 North Patterson Street, PO Box 1727Valdosta, GA 31602 · Lowndes County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31909 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

$83.23 typical visit price

range $53.31 – $164.04

Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.89 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $133.24

Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)

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.

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.

67.3/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Quality

46.54

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report

25%680 patients2/55-star benchmark: 87%

Controlling High Blood Pressure

52%25 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

48%3,302 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%

e-Prescribing

83%372 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk

0%670 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Functional Status Assessment for Total Hip Replacement

0%24 patients

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

14%1,792 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%

Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented

7%3,058 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Patients combinedPopulations: 63% · 1,116 patients

Patients screened: 68% · 1,116 patients

9%67 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information

73%796 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease

82%33 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%

Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 716 patients

Patients totalRate: 1% · 716 patients

1%716 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

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 5

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

Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers20 claims20 services$61.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with fixed arms E0163

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers15 claims15 services$70.45 avg. paid by Medicare

Neuromuscular stimulator, electronic shock unit E0745

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier15 claims15 services$64.20 avg. paid by Medicare

High strength, lightweight wheelchair K0004

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$38.98 avg. paid by Medicare

Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$8.36 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 20

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

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