Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Hickson, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Optometrist · Tucson, AZ
- NPI 1629057203
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6691 N Thornydale RD
Tucson, AZ 857412737
(520) 395-2619
fax (520) 308-4524 - Mailing address
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Po Box 68066
Tucson, AZ 857378066
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 7, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #1812 · Arizona #2166
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629057203. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
165
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$19,624
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 94 | 94 | $122 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 25 | $87 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 33 | 33 | $145 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 30 peers in this city , average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$72
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CooperVision Inc. | 2 | $35.65 | |
| LKC Technologies, Inc. | 1 | $18.84 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 1 | $17.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
66
Patients
19
Total drug cost
$7,150
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 29 | 0 | $694 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 21 | 19 | $1,022 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $5,434 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Hickson's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Hickson practices Optometrist in Tucson, AZ.
Where does Dr. Heather Hickson practice?
Dr. Heather Hickson practices at 6691 N Thornydale RD, Tucson, AZ 857412737. Office phone: 5203952619.
What is Dr. Heather Hickson's NPI?
Dr. Heather Hickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629057203, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heather Hickson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heather Hickson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Hickson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92004). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.