Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Heck, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Hoover, AL
- NPI 1245315308
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4517 Southlake Pkwy
Hoover, AL 352443280
(205) 985-4111
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #MD.28057
- Medicaid (3)
- AL #009911172 · AL #009911091 · AL #000103271
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245315308. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,397
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$176,889
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 3,540 | 55 | $22 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 172 | 130 | $35 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 163 | 137 | $80 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 111 | 97 | $24 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 68 | 68 | $154 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 66 | 61 | $13 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 46 | 45 | $156 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 43 | 42 | $112 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 39 | 31 | $36 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 31 | 22 | $198 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 197. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23,139
Transactions
47
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alphatec Spine, Inc | 20 | $20,967.22 | |
| Carlsmed, Inc. | 4 | $715.46 | |
| Life Spine, Inc. | 2 | $622.12 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 10 | $323.88 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 2 | $148.78 | |
| Providence Medical Technology, Inc. | 1 | $101.10 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 1 | $99.32 | |
| SI-BONE, INC. | 1 | $49.72 | |
| Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated | 2 | $44.90 | |
| Kyowa Kirin, Inc. | 1 | $21.42 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 1 | $16.78 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $14.15 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 1 | $14.03 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
184
Patients
150
Total drug cost
$1,338
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 71 | 66 | $456 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 36 | $371 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 24 | 11 | $98 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 24 | 20 | $216 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 18 | 17 | $196 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Heck's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Heck practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Hoover, AL.
Where does Dr. Christopher Heck practice?
Dr. Christopher Heck practices at 4517 Southlake Pkwy, Hoover, AL 352443280. Office phone: 2059854111.
What is Dr. Christopher Heck's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Heck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245315308, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Heck accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Heck accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Heck commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.