Dr. Robert Hetz, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
14+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Robert Hetz
Robert Hetz, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Houston, TX.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
8
Years Experience
2
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 2018
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program | — | |
| Texas | P8789 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Robert Hetz
With 14 years of practice, Dr. Robert Hetz is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 2018. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including in Houston, Texas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093064495, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Robert Hetz as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 68 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 140 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Robert Hetz received $3K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$3K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 77024
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Robert Hetz
What does Dr. Robert Hetz specialize in?
Dr. Robert Hetz specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Student In An Organized Health Care Education/training Program.
Where does Dr. Robert Hetz practice?
Dr. Robert Hetz practices at in Houston, Texas. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Robert Hetz accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Robert Hetz accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 68 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Robert Hetz's NPI number?
Dr. Robert Hetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093064495. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Robert Hetz been practicing?
Dr. Robert Hetz has approximately 14 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 2018.