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DR. HEATHER M. STARLING O.D.
NPI 1144242595
Optometrist in Gainesville, FL

Active since July 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
4635 NW 53RD AVE, SUITE 202, GAINESVILLE, FL 32653(352) 333-9971 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 13, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Heather M. Starling O.d. NPPES

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

DR. HEATHER M. STARLING O.D. (NPI 1144242595) is an individual optometrist in Gainesville, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC2868) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Pennsylvania College Of Optometry (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144242595
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. HEATHER M. STARLINGCredential: O.D.
Location Address4635 NW 53RD AVE, SUITE 202Gainesville, FL 32653-3418
Mailing Address4635 Nw 53rd Ave, Suite 202Gainesville, FL 32653-3418 · (352) 333-9971
Phone(352) 333-9971
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania College Of OptometryGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateJuly 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 13, 2011
✔ NPI 1144242595 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · OPC2868
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
4635 NW 53RD AVE, Gainesville, FL 32653
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Heather J. Moose O.d.

Other Identifiers 2

Other20678ZFL · Florida Medicare
Medicare UPINU66450FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Heather M. Starling O.d. 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 ID4587664529
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061222000032
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Heather Starling reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Starling Eye Group, P.A.
Same address
Optometrist
4635 NW 53RD AVE, SUITE 202
Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 2 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1689753287 (352) 333-9971

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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 complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
146 services145 patients
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.
82 services49 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
29 services20 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
22 services17 patients
New patient complete exam of visual system 92004
A new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
21 services21 patients
Imaging of retina 92134
Imaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
15 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32653 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
$130.04 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $32.51 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

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 Starling's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Starling is 1144242595. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 24, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Heather J. Moose O.D..

Where is Heather Starling located?

Heather Starling practices at 4635 NW 53rd Ave Suite 202, Gainesville, FL 32653. The listed phone number is (352) 333-9971.

What is Heather Starling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Heather Starling enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Starling 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Heather Starling's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Starling reassigns Medicare benefits to Starling Eye Group, P.A. (Gainesville, FL). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Heather Starling's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Heather Starling accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 9 other insurers list Heather Starling 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Starling was last updated on September 13, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.