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DR. HEATHER NICOLE BITAR D.O.
NPI 1326453663
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Duarte, CA

Active since June 25, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD, DUARTE, CA 91010(626) 256-4673 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 12, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 12, 2020, Sep 19, 2018, Jul 3, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Dr. Heather Nicole Bitar D.o. NPPES

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

DR. HEATHER NICOLE BITAR D.O. (NPI 1326453663) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Duarte, California, licensed in California (20A14599) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Ventura, and is a graduate of Other (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326453663
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X
Provider Legal NameDR. HEATHER NICOLE BITARCredential: D.O.
Location Address1500 E. DUARTE ROADDuarte, CA 91010
Mailing AddressPo Box 512185Los Angeles, CA 90051-0185
Phone(626) 256-4673
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 25, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 12, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 12, 2020
✔ NPI 1326453663 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0002X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 20A14599
Definition
An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD, Duarte, CA 91010
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1147 N Brent StVentura, CA 93003 · Phone (805) 652-5672 · Fax (805) 585-3060

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 Nicole Bitar D.o. 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 ID3870885734
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180315000431
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 Bitar reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

City Of Hope Medical Foundation
0.2 mi
Hematology & Oncology
1500 DUARTE RD
Duarte, CA 91010
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 1,335 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1871886366 (626) 256-4673

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 7

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
114 services55 patients
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.
33 services19 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
32 services27 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.
31 services11 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
19 services13 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
19 services15 patients

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.

99.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality85.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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.

DR. LORENA GONZALEZ M.D.
Surgery
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
KAREN N HEROLD RNP
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
DR. JEFF CHANG MD
Plastic Surgery
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
DR. YAN XING MD
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
RITA MARIE POQUETTE NP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
DR. MONIQUE KIM PHAN DO
Hospitalist
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
LACY JO GRAHAM APRN-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673
SALMAN OTOUKESH
Internal Medicine (Hematology)
1500 E. DUARTE ROAD
DUARTE, CA 91010
Los Angeles County (626) 256-4673

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 Bitar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Bitar is 1326453663. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 25, 2014.

Where is Heather Bitar located?

Heather Bitar practices at 1500 E. Duarte Road, Duarte, CA 91010. The listed phone number is (626) 256-4673.

What is Heather Bitar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Is Heather Bitar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Bitar 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 Bitar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Bitar reassigns Medicare benefits to City Of Hope Medical Foundation (Duarte, CA). 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 Bitar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Bitar was last updated on November 12, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.