SHARON L HECKER MD
NPI 1902888183
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Kalispell, MT

Active since November 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.43/100
CMS Quality Rating
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100, KALISPELL, MT 59901(406) 257-8992(406) 257-8996 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 21, 2022, Jun 26, 2020, Jun 13, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Sharon L Hecker Md NPPES

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

SHARON L HECKER MD (NPI 1902888183) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Kalispell, Montana, licensed in Montana (7980) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Peters Health, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (1987).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902888183
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameSHARON L HECKERCredential: MD
Location Address350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100Kalispell, MT 59901-3167
Mailing Address350 Heritage Way Ste 2100Kalispell, MT 59901-3167 · (406) 257-8992 · Fax (406) 257-8996
Fax(406) 257-8996
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 1987
Enumeration DateNovember 15, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 27, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 26, 2020
NPI 1902888183 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in MT · 7980
Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100, Kalispell, MT 59901

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid00 21918MT
Other060042938MT · Railroad Medicare

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

Sharon L Hecker 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 ID1456242270
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040322001650
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 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.

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.
246 services191 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.
83 services83 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.
75 services69 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.
66 services66 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
66 services66 patients
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect 78452
Nuclear medicine studies of the heart involve two parts: rest and stress. During rest, images are taken of your heart at ease. During stress, images are taken after exercise or medication-induced stress. SPECT is a special imaging technique providing 3D pictures of your heart, helping identify any issues.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Peters Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Helena, MT
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number270003
Location2475 BroadwayHelena, MT 59601 · Lewis And Clark County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 59901 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
$130.52 typical visit price
range $56.81 – $172.26
Typical copayment $32.63 (range $14.20 – $43.06)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.82 typical visit price
range $18.24 – $140.32
Typical copayment $17.70 (range $4.56 – $35.08)
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.

81.43/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost64.88

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.

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Pharmacist
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Physician Assistant (Medical)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Clinic/Center (Multi-Specialty)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
350 HERITAGE WAY STE 2100
KALISPELL, MT 59901

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 Sharon Hecker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sharon Hecker is 1902888183. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 15, 2005.

Where is Sharon Hecker located?

Sharon Hecker practices at 350 Heritage Way Ste 2100, Kalispell, MT 59901. The listed phone number is (406) 257-8992.

What is Sharon Hecker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Sharon Hecker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sharon Hecker 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 Sharon Hecker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Mountain Health CO-OP and Providence Health Plan list Sharon Hecker 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 Sharon Hecker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sharon Hecker is affiliated with St Peters Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sharon Hecker was last updated on November 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.