Laura Henkle Heckert, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Laura Henkle Heckert is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Kansas City, KS with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across KS can see Laura Henkle Heckert, M.D. in person in Kansas City or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Rush Medical College of Rush University graduate since 2015, she brings 11+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Uses generic medications more than 41% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2025dNPPES updated 2020-11-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160-8500
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.24%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
4.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.8%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in KansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
175
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
208
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,462
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $160k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Rush Medical College
Board certified · Nov 4, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Rush Medical College of Rush University (Class of 2015)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Laura Henkle Heckert
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Henkle Heckert for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Kansas City 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 Laura Henkle Heckert
Dr. Heckert is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kansas City, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 588-6412.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura Henkle Heckert
Practice Location
3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160-8500
Mailing Address
3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160-8500
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