Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Anthony Hein, MD
Radiation Oncology · Corpus Christi, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Hein from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Hein
Dr. Anthony Hein is a radiation oncology specialist in Corpus Christi, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Hein performed 1,038 Medicare services across 919 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Hein received a total of $3,828 from 28 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 161 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Hein is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ 1,038 Medicare services
$3,828 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,038
Medicare services
Bottom 35% in TX for radiation oncology
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
919
Unique beneficiaries
$29
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~52 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
393 | $7 | $139 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
90 | $11 | $211 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
88 | $10 | $168 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
73 | $8 | $162 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
51 | $6 | $139 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
39 | $66 | $1,337 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
29 | $14 | $315 |
| CT scan of head/brain, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye. |
26 | $28 | $504 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
26 | $52 | $618 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
26 | $22 | $382 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery images A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in one or both arms or legs to assess blood flow and vessel health. |
23 | $72 | $691 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
21 | $194 | $4,765 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the arm or leg. This process involves analyzing the visual data to assess the blood vessels. |
21 | $64 | $563 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
19 | $26 | $469 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
19 | $17 | $418 |
| Balloon angioplasty of leg artery, initial vessel A procedure to widen a narrowed or blocked artery in the leg using a balloon catheter. This is performed on the first vessel treated during the session. |
17 | $409 | $9,738 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
15 | $63 | $1,316 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
15 | $61 | $1,278 |
| Insertion of non-tunneled central venous catheter A procedure to place a central venous catheter for infusion in patients aged 5 years or older. The catheter is inserted directly into a large vein without being tunneled under the skin. |
12 | $65 | $1,647 |
| CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system. |
12 | $55 | $1,228 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create images of the arteries in one leg or any grafts present in that leg. |
12 | $18 | $358 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
11 | $29 | $705 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
3.2% high complexity
27.4% medium
69.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,828
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $547/year across 7 years
Top 14% in TX for radiation oncology
28
Companies
161
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,794 (99.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$35 (0.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$874
2023
$1,066
2022
$583
2021
$208
2020
$185
2019
$207
2018
$706
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inari Medical, Inc.
$1,395
Cook Medical LLC
$540
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$507
Boston Scientific Corporation
$327
Abbott Laboratories
$236
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$123
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$72
GE HEALTHCARE
$61
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$53
Terumo Medical Corporation
$53
Sirtex Medical Inc
$51
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$43
Veryan Medical Incorporated
$38
Seagen Inc.
$34
Imperative Care, Inc
$34
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$32
Exelixis Inc.
$28
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$26
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$23
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$21
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$20
Arrow International, Inc.
$19
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$18
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$18
TESARO, Inc.
$17
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$15
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$15
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$11
Top 3 companies account for 63.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVANCE · ALPHAVAC · ALUNBRIG · ARMADA · AZUR CX DETACHABLE · AngioSeal · BioMimics 3D Vascular Stent System · CARDIVA VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · COOK MEDICAL BEACON · COOK MEDICAL CATHETERS · COOK MEDICAL WIRE GUIDES · COOK MEDICAL ZILVER PTX · COVERA · Cabometyx · Cook Medical Zilver PTX · DIAMONDBACK PERIPHERAL · Diamondback Peripheral · ESPRIT · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · GLIDEPATH · GORE VIABAHN Endoprosthesis with Heparin · Glidesheath · IDC · IN.PACT AV · INNOVA · JETI · JETI PERIPHERAL CATHETER · KEYTRUDA · LAVA LES (Liquid Embolic System) · LUTONIX · MAGNETOM Aera · NEFF · NINLARO · NITINOL · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION · OnControl · PADCEV · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · Ranger · S · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · TAGRISSO · TORCON NB · TORNADO · TUKYSA · TheraSphere Y90 Glass Microspheres 10 GBq · TheraSphere Y90 Glass Microspheres 7.0 GBq (US Commercial) · VIABAHN Endoprosthesis · XARELTO · ZEJULA · ZILVER PTX · ZILVER VENA · ZOOM 88-T LARGE DISTAL PLATFORM · ZOOM REPERFUSION CATHETER · Zilver PTX
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $369 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
43
Per 100K population
12.2
County median income
$66,021
Nearest hospital
CHRISTUS SPOHN HOSPITAL CORPUS CHRISTI
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Hein is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 14% of TX peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Hein experienced with chest x-ray, 1 view?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Hein performed 393 chest x-ray, 1 view services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Hein receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Hein received a total of $3,828 from 28 companies across 161 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Hein's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Corpus Christi?
Dr. Hein's average Medicare payment per service is $29. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Hein) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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About this page
All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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