Elaine A Heine, PA-C
Elaine A Heine is a Physician Assistant based in Albuquerque, NM with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Elaine a Heine, PA-C has been part of the Albuquerque medical community since 2013 in group practice. A University of New Mexico School of Medicine graduate since 2013, she brings 13+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.18/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Federal MIPS score higher than 55% of MIPS-scored doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 432dNPPES updated 2025-03-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in New Mexico, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202385.18/100
New Mexico avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in New MexicoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.72%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Mexico0.72% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
51
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
106
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,237
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.81M
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-24%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$153 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Elaine a Heine's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 17, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Education & Training
University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Elaine a Heine
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elaine a Heine for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Albuquerque required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elaine a Heine
Dr. Heine is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 272-1312.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Elaine a Heine
Practice Location
801 Encino Pl Ne Ste F, Albuquerque, NM 87102-2639
Mailing Address
800 Bradbury Dr Se Ste 116, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4310
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