MS. HEATHER M VINCENT PA-C
NPI 1043317365
Physician Assistant in Little River, SC

Active since September 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
4237 RIVER HILLS DR STE 150, LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566(843) 281-2778(843) 281-2785 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 27, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 27, 2022, Jan 10, 2020, Feb 1, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Ms. Heather M Vincent Pa-c NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MS. HEATHER M VINCENT PA-C (NPI 1043317365) is an individual physician assistant in Little River, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (2605) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043317365
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMS. HEATHER M VINCENTCredential: PA-C
Location Address4237 RIVER HILLS DR STE 150Little River, SC 29566-6446
Mailing Address4237 River Hills Dr Ste 150Little River, SC 29566-6446 · (843) 281-2778 · Fax (843) 281-2785
Fax(843) 281-2785
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 27, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 10, 2020
NPI 1043317365 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
Licenses Licensed in SC · 2605 Licensed in WV · 882
Definition

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.

4237 RIVER HILLS DR STE 150, Little River, SC 29566

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid3810004178WV

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ms. Heather M Vincent Pa-c is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9739114646
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170221002071
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
804 services371 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
144 services144 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
102 services89 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
48 services46 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
39 services39 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
35 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Supply, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number340158
Location1 Medical Center Dr PO Box 139Supply, NC 28462 · Brunswick County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grand Strand Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Myrtle Beach, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420085
Location809 82nd ParkwayMyrtle Beach, SC 29572 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mcleod Loris Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Loris, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420105
Location3655 Mitchell StreetLoris, SC 29569 · Horry County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29566 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
94%1,563 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%575 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
9 suppliers21 claims58 services$5.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Family Medicine
4237 RIVER HILLS DR STE 150
LITTLE RIVER, SC 29566

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Heather Vincent's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Vincent is 1043317365. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Where is Heather Vincent located?

Heather Vincent practices at 4237 River Hills Dr Ste 150, Little River, SC 29566. The listed phone number is (843) 281-2778.

What is Heather Vincent's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Heather Vincent enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Vincent is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Heather Vincent accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, First Choice Next and Molina Healthcare list Heather Vincent as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Heather Vincent affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Vincent is affiliated with Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center and Mcleod Loris Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Vincent was last updated on January 27, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.