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DR. ERIC J. HECKMAN M.D.
NPI 1861665358
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in Boston, MA

Active since April 07, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG, BOSTON, MA 02118(617) 638-7480(617) 638-7486 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Eric J. Heckman M.d. NPPES

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

DR. ERIC J. HECKMAN M.D. (NPI 1861665358) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (258689) and active in the NPI registry since April 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boston.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861665358
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RS0012X
Provider Legal NameDR. ERIC J. HECKMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDGBoston, MA 02118-2526
Mailing Address960 Massachusetts Ave, Fl 2Boston, MA 02118-2690
Phone(617) 638-7480
Fax(617) 638-7486
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateApril 7, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMay 2, 2024
NPPES CertifiedMay 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1861665358 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RS0012X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 258689
Definition
An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 258689 (MA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 258689 (MA)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseTaxonomy 207RP1001X · License 258689 (MA)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, Boston, MA 02118
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1330 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215-5400 · Phone (617) 667-5864 · Fax (617) 667-4849

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Taro Health, WellSense Health Plan.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

Dr. Eric J. Heckman 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 ID5395977268
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141024001546
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 Eric Heckman reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Evans Medical Foundation, Inc.
0.2 mi
Internal Medicine
1 BOSTON MEDICAL CTR PL
Boston, MA 02118
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 573 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912954124 (617) 358-3510
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.
1.8 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
330 BROOKLINE AVE, ST 207
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 1,477 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1548202641 (617) 667-1961
Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc
1.8 mi
Internal Medicine
330 BROOKLINE AVE
Boston, MA 02215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Massachusetts enrollment
  • 2,579 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194765438 (617) 754-9600

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 6

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.
91 services86 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.
86 services72 patients
Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811
A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.
35 services35 patients
Sleep study in sleep lab (6 years or older) 95810
A sleep study in a sleep lab is a non-invasive overnight test that monitors your body while you sleep. It helps doctors understand your sleep patterns and identify any issues like sleep apnea or insomnia. You'll be connected to equipment that tracks your heart rate, brain waves, breathing, and movements.
29 services29 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
29 services27 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, and sleep time 95800
A sleep study monitors your sleep patterns to evaluate your sleep quality. It records your heart rate, breathing, and actual sleep time. This information helps identify any sleep disorders, ensuring you get the rest you need for optimal health.
24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Boston Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boston, MA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number220031
Location1 Boston Medical Center PlaceBoston, MA 02118 · Suffolk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 02118 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
$144.11 typical visit price
range $63.72 – $189.86
Typical copayment $36.02 (range $15.93 – $47.46)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$111.18 typical visit price
range $21.07 – $155.29
Typical copayment $27.79 (range $5.26 – $38.82)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 17

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

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
12 suppliers188 claims188 services$33.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers123 claims123 services$78.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers104 claims294 services$28.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
6 suppliers46 claims254 services$16.17 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers33 claims178 services$13.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
10 suppliers112 claims112 services$45.88 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 10

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

ANDREW JOHN ADMON MD
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
DR. EHAB S BILLATOS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
JINGZHOU ZHANG MD
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
DANIEL J WALLMAN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
DR. BURTON H SHEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
LAUREN E KEARNEY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
DIVYA A. SHANKAR MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480
JONATHAN L CHANG M.D.
Internal Medicine
725 ALBANY STREET, SUITE 9B, SHAPIRO BLDG
BOSTON, MA 02118
Suffolk County (617) 638-7480

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 Eric Heckman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Heckman is 1861665358. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 7, 2008.

Where is Eric Heckman located?

Eric Heckman practices at 725 Albany Street, Suite 9B Shapiro Bldg, Boston, MA 02118. The listed phone number is (617) 638-7480.

What is Eric Heckman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Is Eric Heckman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Heckman 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 Eric Heckman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eric Heckman reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Evans Medical Foundation, Inc. (Boston, MA), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. (Boston, MA) and Harvard Medical Faculty Phys At Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Inc (Boston, MA). 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 Eric Heckman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Eric Heckman accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Taro Health and WellSense Health Plan list Eric Heckman 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 Eric Heckman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Eric Heckman is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Heckman was last updated on May 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.