DR. HEATHER DAWN TORREZ M.D.
NPI 1861699076
Emergency Medicine in Lubbock, TX

Active since June 29, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
602 INDIANA AVE, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE, LUBBOCK, TX 79415(806) 775-9700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Heather Dawn Torrez M.d. NPPES

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

DR. HEATHER DAWN TORREZ M.D. (NPI 1861699076) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Lubbock, Texas, licensed in Texas (N6069) and active in the NPI registry since June 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861699076
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HEATHER DAWN TORREZCredential: M.D.
Location Address602 INDIANA AVE, DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINELubbock, TX 79415-3364
Mailing Address602 Indiana Ave, P.o. Box 5980Lubbock, TX 79415-3364 · (806) 775-9700
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTexas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 2011
NPI 1861699076 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in TX · N6069
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

602 INDIANA AVE, Lubbock, TX 79415

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. Heather Dawn Torrez 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 ID7416080908
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100804000834
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
143 services137 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
119 services115 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity 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.
42 services40 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
16 services16 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
13 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79415 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
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
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.

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.

Pediatrics
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
602 INDIANA AVE, NICU, UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Pharmacist
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Pediatrics (Pediatric Infectious Diseases)
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Family Medicine
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415
Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
602 INDIANA AVE
LUBBOCK, TX 79415

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 Heather Torrez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Torrez is 1861699076. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2007.

Where is Heather Torrez located?

Heather Torrez practices at 602 Indiana Ave Department Of Emergency Medicine, Lubbock, TX 79415. The listed phone number is (806) 775-9700.

What is Heather Torrez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Heather Torrez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Torrez 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 Heather Torrez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, CHRISTUS Health Plan and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Heather Torrez 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Torrez was last updated on July 15, 2011. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.