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DR. HEATHER LYNNE STEVENSON-LERNER M.D./PH.D.
NPI 1215163993
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since June 08, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.96/100
CMS Quality Rating
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CTR, DEPT. OF PATHOLOGY, A-711 SCAIFE HALL, 3550 TERRACE ST., PITTSBURGH, PA 15261(412) 802-6013 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 17, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Heather Lynne Stevenson-lerner M.d./ph.d. NPPES

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

DR. HEATHER LYNNE STEVENSON-LERNER M.D./PH.D. (NPI 1215163993) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Texas (BP1-0034800) and active in the NPI registry since June 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215163993
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. HEATHER LYNNE STEVENSON-LERNERCredential: M.D./PH.D.
Location AddressUNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CTR, DEPT. OF PATHOLOGY, A-711 SCAIFE HALL, 3550 TERRACE ST.Pittsburgh, PA 15261-0001
Mailing Address9048 Jamaica BchGalveston, TX 77554-9642 · (409) 392-1568
Phone(412) 802-6013
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJune 8, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMay 17, 2013
✔ NPI 1215163993 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in TX · BP1-0034800
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH MEDICAL CTR, Pittsburgh, PA 15261
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company.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 Lynne Stevenson-lerner M.d./ph.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 ID1052542735
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140321000755
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 Stevenson-lerner reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Utmb Faculty Group Practice
1,135 mi
General Practice
301 UNIVERSITY BLVD
Galveston, TX 77555
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 2,222 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942241146 (409) 772-2222

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 8

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
187 services38 patients
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
138 services16 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
32 services30 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
31 services26 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
31 services11 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
29 services26 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Acute Care Hospitals · Galveston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number450018
Location301 University BoulevardGalveston, TX 77555 · Galveston County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15261 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

74.96/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.77
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40
Cost47.75

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 Stevenson-lerner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Stevenson-lerner is 1215163993. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 8, 2009.

Where is Heather Stevenson-lerner located?

Heather Stevenson-lerner practices at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Ctr Dept. Of Pathology, A-711 Scaife Hall, 3550 Terrace St., Pittsburgh, PA 15261. The listed phone number is (412) 802-6013.

What is Heather Stevenson-lerner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Heather Stevenson-lerner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Stevenson-lerner 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 Stevenson-lerner's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Stevenson-lerner reassigns Medicare benefits to Utmb Faculty Group Practice (Galveston, TX). 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 Stevenson-lerner's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Heather Stevenson-lerner accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Oscar Insurance Company list Heather Stevenson-lerner 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 Stevenson-lerner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Stevenson-lerner is affiliated with University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Stevenson-lerner was last updated on May 17, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.