Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Heather Vasser, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Columbus, TX
- NPI 1528398609
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1860 Highway 71 S
Columbus, TX 789342816
(979) 732-6552
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 21, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N3369
- Medicaid
- TX #287162601
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1528398609. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,600
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$210,970
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 235 | 206 | $86 | |
45384 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery | 214 | 214 | $130 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 199 | 179 | $96 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 199 | 198 | $54 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 171 | 168 | $240 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 139 | 123 | $122 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 130 | 130 | $107 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 114 | 93 | $86 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 68 | 68 | $158 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 21 | 21 | $161 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$239
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $39.38 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 2 | $29.36 | |
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 1 | $29.21 | |
| Olympus America Inc. | 1 | $28.09 | |
| Ethicon US, LLC | 1 | $25.35 | |
| MIMEDX Group, Inc. | 1 | $22.01 | |
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc. | 1 | $18.83 | |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 1 | $17.39 | |
| Endogastric Solutions, Inc | 1 | $14.89 | |
| Braintree Laboratories, Inc. | 1 | $14.68 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,359
Patients
1,091
Total drug cost
$138,842
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 1,114 | 257 | $11,962 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 789 | 159 | $9,436 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 426 | 89 | $4,426 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 202 | 194 | $459 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 189 | 64 | $4,947 |
| Sutab (Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulf) | Brand | 124 | 121 | $20,686 |
| Colestipol Hcl | Generic | 93 | 30 | $4,454 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 73 | 14 | $49,142 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 73 | 66 | $179 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 64 | 14 | $326 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Heather Vasser's medical specialty?
Dr. Heather Vasser practices Surgery Physician in Columbus, TX.
Where does Dr. Heather Vasser practice?
Dr. Heather Vasser practices at 1860 Highway 71 S, Columbus, TX 789342816. Office phone: 9797326552.
What is Dr. Heather Vasser's NPI?
Dr. Heather Vasser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528398609, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Heather Vasser accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Heather Vasser accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Heather Vasser commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using a flexible endoscope with electrical cautery (HCPCS 45384); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.