ARTHUR P HEITZLER MD
NPI 1881682169
Anesthesiology in Dallas, TX

Active since October 11, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, DALLAS, TX 75251(972) 715-5000(972) 715-9976 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Arthur P Heitzler Md NPPES

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

ARTHUR P HEITZLER MD (NPI 1881682169) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Dallas, Texas, licensed in Texas (S3908) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881682169
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameARTHUR P HEITZLERCredential: MD
Location Address12222 MERIT DR STE 600Dallas, TX 75251-3294
Mailing AddressPo Box 840853Dallas, TX 75284-2464 · (972) 233-1999 · Fax (972) 233-3666
Fax(972) 715-9976
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 11, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 22, 2022
✔ NPI 1881682169 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · S3908✔ Licensed in WI · 27657-020
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
12222 MERIT DR STE 600, Dallas, TX 75251

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1130 2nd St, Ste. A107Neenah, WI 54956-2883 · Phone (920) 729-3332
Location 26606 Lbj Fwy Ste 200Dallas, TX 75240-6524 · Phone (972) 715-5000 · Fax (972) 715-9976

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid000345170WI

Accepted 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

Arthur P Heitzler 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 ID1456337856
PECOS Enrollment IDI20220330002469
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 Arthur Heitzler reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Anesthesiology
4100 INTERNATIONAL PLZ STE 800
Fort Worth, TX 76109
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,612 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1500 CITYWEST BLVD, SUITE 300
Houston, TX 77042
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: U S Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, PA
  • 3,804 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
130 2ND ST, STE. A107
Neenah, WI 54956
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Wisconsin enrollment
  • 144 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 10

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.

Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
35 services31 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
28 services28 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
26 services26 patients
Other procedure on nervous system 64999
A procedure on the nervous system can involve various techniques to diagnose or treat conditions affecting your brain, spinal cord, or nerves. These can include surgeries, tests, or therapies. It's done by specialized doctors to help improve your neurological health.
24 services24 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
24 services24 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
23 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Hill Country Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Fredericksburg, TX
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450604
Location1020 South State Highway 16Fredericksburg, TX 78624 · Gillespie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251
Anesthesiology
12222 MERIT DR STE 600
DALLAS, TX 75251

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 Arthur Heitzler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Arthur Heitzler is 1881682169. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 11, 2005.

Where is Arthur Heitzler located?

Arthur Heitzler practices at 12222 Merit Dr Ste 600, Dallas, TX 75251. The listed phone number is (972) 715-5000.

What is Arthur Heitzler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Arthur Heitzler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Arthur Heitzler 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 Arthur Heitzler's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Arthur Heitzler reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Emergenchealth PLLC (Fort Worth, TX), U. S. Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, P.A., (Houston, TX) and Association Of Hospital Anesthesiologists Sc (Neenah, WI). 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 Arthur Heitzler's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Arthur Heitzler accept?

Health plans from Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) list Arthur Heitzler 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 Arthur Heitzler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Arthur Heitzler is affiliated with Hill Country Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Arthur Heitzler was last updated on June 22, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.