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MRS. HEATHER SILCOX PORTER APRN
NPI 1245015718
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Knoxville, TN

Active since August 31, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6348 LONAS SPRING DR, KNOXVILLE, TN 37909(865) 337-5137(888) 839-6922 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 15, 2024, Sep 1, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

About Mrs. Heather Silcox Porter Aprn NPPES

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

MRS. HEATHER SILCOX PORTER APRN (NPI 1245015718) is an individual family provider in Knoxville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (34746) and active in the NPI registry since August 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2021).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1245015718
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. HEATHER SILCOX PORTERCredential: APRN
Location Address6348 LONAS SPRING DRKnoxville, TN 37909-2719
Mailing Address6348 Lonas Spring DrKnoxville, TN 37909-2719 · (865) 337-5137 · Fax (888) 839-6922
Phone(865) 337-5137
Fax(888) 839-6922
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2021
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2023
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2024
✔ NPI 1245015718 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 34746
6348 LONAS SPRING DR, Knoxville, TN 37909
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Heather Silcox Porter Aprn 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 ID8921452467
PECOS Enrollment IDI20231002002408
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 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.

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.
302 services136 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
264 services32 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.
163 services90 patients
Testing for presence of drug, by chemistry analyzers 80307
Chemistry analyzers are used to detect the presence of drugs in your system. This test involves taking a small sample of your blood or urine. The sample is then analyzed for specific substances. The results help in understanding your health condition better.
69 services64 patients
Care management services for behavioral health conditions, 20 minutes or more clinical staff time directed by health care professional 99484
Care management for behavioral health involves a healthcare professional directing clinical staff to provide you with support for 20 minutes or more. This service can include planning your care, coordinating services, and managing your health conditions to improve your overall well-being.
46 services39 patients
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg J1885
Ketorolac tromethamine is a medication administered through injection, often used to manage moderate to severe pain. Each 15 mg dose helps to reduce hormones causing inflammation and pain in the body. It is not recommended for long-term use.
27 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37909 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

OMEGA PAIN MANAGEMENT, PC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Pain Medicine)
6348 LONAS SPRING DR
KNOXVILLE, TN 37909
Knox County (865) 337-5137
JOY LYNN HOOD
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6348 LONAS SPRING DR
KNOXVILLE, TN 37909
Knox County (865) 337-5137
MRS. LINDSEY ERIN SHARP DUNFORD FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6348 LONAS SPRING DR
KNOXVILLE, TN 37909
Knox County (865) 337-5137
ALICIA KAY JETT MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6348 LONAS SPRING DR
KNOXVILLE, TN 37909
Knox County (865) 337-5137

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 Porter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Porter is 1245015718. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 31, 2023.

Where is Heather Porter located?

Heather Porter practices at 6348 Lonas Spring Dr, Knoxville, TN 37909. The listed phone number is (865) 337-5137.

What is Heather Porter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Heather Porter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Porter 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 Porter accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and UnitedHealthcare list Heather Porter 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 Porter was last updated on October 28, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 months 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.