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LINDA AUGUSTA HEFFERNAN M.D./P.H.D.
NPI 1275895666
Dermatology in Cary, NC

Active since June 12, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
7560 CARPENTER FIRE STATION RD STE 204, CARY, NC 27519(919) 439-4206(919) 439-9375 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 3, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 3, 2026, Oct 9, 2025, May 1, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2021).

About Linda Augusta Heffernan M.d./p.h.d. NPPES

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

LINDA AUGUSTA HEFFERNAN M.D./P.H.D. (NPI 1275895666) is an individual dermatology provider in Cary, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2016-00343) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 3 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275895666
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameLINDA AUGUSTA HEFFERNANCredential: M.D./P.H.D.
Location Address7560 CARPENTER FIRE STATION RD STE 204Cary, NC 27519-9637
Mailing Address801 York StManitowoc, WI 54220-4630 · (920) 663-9008 · Fax (920) 684-1439
Phone(919) 439-4206
Fax(919) 439-9375
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJune 3, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 3, 2026
✔ NPI 1275895666 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2016-00343✔ Licensed in VA · 0101259854
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
7560 CARPENTER FIRE STATION RD STE 204, Cary, NC 27519
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Linda Augusta Heffernan-stroud M.d./p.h.d.

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 13825 CONLON WAY #100ELIZABETH CITY, NC 27909 · Phone (252) 331-5869 · Fax (252) 331-5906
Location 24711 S Croatan Hwy Ste 6BNags Head, NC 27959-8997 · Phone (252) 441-0515 · Fax (252) 441-0531
Location 35589 N Croatan HwyKitty Hawk, NC 27949-3996 · Phone (252) 715-0610 · Fax (252) 715-0612

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.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

Linda Augusta Heffernan M.d./p.h.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 ID9537324041
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161005001895
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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
323 services54 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.
179 services117 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
112 services78 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
76 services64 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
73 services55 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.
61 services61 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27519 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

83.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality79.38
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.82

Reported Quality Measures

Biopsy Follow-Up
Percentage of new patients whose biopsy results have been reviewed and communicated to the primary care/referring physician and patient by the performing physician
100%327 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
73%526 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
98%1,355 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
13%567 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
96%1,648 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
96%1,648 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user
99%138 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

RACHEL ORTIZ SERRANO PA-C
Physician Assistant
7560 CARPENTER FIRE STATION RD STE 204
CARY, NC 27519
Wake County (919) 439-4206
DR. JOHN MILTON SODERBERG M.D.
Dermatology
7560 CARPENTER FIRE STATION RD STE 204
CARY, NC 27519
Wake County (919) 439-4206

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 Linda Heffernan's NPI number?

The NPI number for Linda Heffernan is 1275895666. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2012. The provider is also known as Linda Augusta Heffernan-Stroud M.D./P.H.D..

Where is Linda Heffernan located?

Linda Heffernan practices at 7560 Carpenter Fire Station Rd Ste 204, Cary, NC 27519. The listed phone number is (919) 439-4206.

What is Linda Heffernan's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Linda Heffernan enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Linda Heffernan 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 Linda Heffernan accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Linda Heffernan 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 Linda Heffernan was last updated on June 3, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.