Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Heron, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · State College, PA
- NPI 1467748996
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 71.8 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1850 E Park Ave Ste 207
State College, PA 168036706
(814) 235-2480
fax (814) 235-2482 - Mailing address
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Po Box 858, Mc A410
Hershey, PA 170330858
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 24, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD452635
- Medicaid
- PA #1029592320001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467748996. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
290
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$29,862
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 93 | 75 | $123 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 77 | 36 | $75 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 53 | 48 | $88 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 29 | 22 | $169 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 26 | 26 | $108 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 12 | 12 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 27 peers in this city , average services per provider: 100. This provider delivers 2.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$63
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABIOMED | 2 | $62.84 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
786
Patients
196
Total drug cost
$11,079
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 140 | 44 | $1,874 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 67 | 17 | $727 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 63 | 17 | $375 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 57 | 20 | $1,227 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 57 | 14 | $302 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 56 | 15 | $858 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 49 | 17 | $1,662 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 47 | 17 | $364 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 46 | 0 | $315 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 38 | 0 | $934 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Heron's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Heron practices Family Medicine Physician in State College, PA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Heron practice?
Dr. Christopher Heron practices at 1850 E Park Ave Ste 207, State College, PA 168036706. Office phone: 8142352480.
What is Dr. Christopher Heron's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Heron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467748996, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Heron accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Heron accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Heron commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.