HEATHER LYNETTE WATFORD
NPI 1255805230
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Lakeland, FL

Q: What is Heather Watford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Watford is 1255805230. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 14, 2019. The provider is also known as Heather Lynette Watford.

Q: What is Heather Watford's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Watford was last updated on March 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.

Active since January 14, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

80.11/100

CMS Quality Rating

130 PABLO ST, LAKELAND, FL 33803(863) 687-6800(863) 687-1033 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 31, 2026, Feb 6, 2026, Jul 30, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Heather Lynette Watford NPPES

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

HEATHER LYNETTE WATFORD (NPI 1255805230) is an individual family provider in Lakeland, Florida, licensed in Florida (11000818) and active in the NPI registry since January 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lakeland Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255805230

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameHEATHER LYNETTE WATFORD

Location Address130 PABLO STLakeland, FL 33803-3818

Mailing Address6755 Gall BlvdZephyrhills, FL 33542-2522 · (863) 777-2740

Phone(863) 687-6800

Fax(863) 687-1033

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateJanuary 14, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 31, 2026

✔ NPI 1255805230 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

Licenses✔ Licensed in FL · 11000818✔ Licensed in VA · 0024195786

130 PABLO ST, Lakeland, FL 33803

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Heather Lynette Watford

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14124 Chesapeake Square Blvd Ste 103Chesapeake, VA 23321-2134 · Phone (757) 983-5100 · Fax (757) 673-8292

Location 23305 US Highway 98 SLakeland, FL 33803-8365 · Phone (863) 777-2740

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Heather Lynette Watford 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 ID7810327251

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200424002871, I20260310002597

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Heather Watford reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Lakeland Regional Health Systems, Inc.

3.4 mi

Multi-Specialty

1324 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD, FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Lakeland, FL 33805

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
740 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1497748743 (863) 687-7251

Lifetime Family Urgent Care LLC

27 mi

Family Medicine

5801 ARGERIAN DRIVE, SUITE 103
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
3 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1477723807 (813) 991-4991

Sentara Medical Group

695 mi

Family Medicine

824 N MILITARY HWY STE 100
Norfolk, VA 23502

Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
1,901 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1265485270 (757) 252-2900

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.

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.

113 services106 patients

Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus 87804

This is a test that identifies the influenza virus in your body. It works by using an immunoassay, a method that detects the presence of the virus through an immune response. The results are directly observable, making it a quick and efficient way to diagnose flu.

91 services46 patients

Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 87426

An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.

50 services46 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.

40 services36 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.

26 services24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lakeland Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Lakeland, FL

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100157

Location1324 Lakeland Hills BlvdLakeland, FL 33805 · Polk County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sentara Obici Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Suffolk, VA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number490044

Location2800 Godwin BoulevardSuffolk, VA 23439 · Suffolk City County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33803 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

$87.62 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$99.16 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $24.79 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

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.

80.11/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

63.29

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

64.85

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

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