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MRS. HEATHER ELIZABETH PORTARO NP-C
NPI 1619470325
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Boone, NC

Active since March 09, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.24/100
CMS Quality Rating
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101, BOONE, NC 28607(828) 264-4545 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 18, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 18, 2024, May 17, 2022, Jun 24, 2021 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2018).

About Mrs. Heather Elizabeth Portaro Np-c NPPES

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

MRS. HEATHER ELIZABETH PORTARO NP-C (NPI 1619470325) is an individual family provider in Boone, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (5010632) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619470325
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameMRS. HEATHER ELIZABETH PORTAROCredential: NP-C
Location Address870 STATE FARM RD STE 101Boone, NC 28607-4862
Mailing Address870 State Farm Rd Ste 101Boone, NC 28607-4862 · (828) 264-4545
Phone(828) 264-4545
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 9, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 18, 20248 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 18, 2024
✔ NPI 1619470325 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 NC · 5010632
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101, Boone, NC 28607
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1619470325NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Heather Elizabeth Portaro Np-c 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 ID7517215742
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180806000069
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 4

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 nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
523 services160 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 99310
A follow-up nursing facility visit is a routine check-up that typically lasts about 35 minutes. During this visit, your health status is evaluated, any changes in your condition are noted, and necessary adjustments to your care plan are made. It's an essential part of maintaining your health.
486 services175 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
428 services164 patients
Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes 99316
Nursing facility discharge management over 30 minutes is a comprehensive process where a healthcare team prepares you for leaving the facility. It involves creating a tailored plan, coordinating care, and ensuring a smooth transition to your next care setting.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Watauga Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Boone, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340051
Location336 Deerfield RoadBoone, NC 28607 · Watauga County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Linville, NC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341323
Location434 Hospital DriveLinville, NC 28646 · Avery County
Emergency services

Ashe Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Jefferson, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341325
Location200 Hospital AveJefferson, NC 28640 · Ashe County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28607 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
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

93.24/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality83.24
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

MARK WEINER AUD
Audiologist
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
BLUE RIDGE HEARING CENTER, LLC
Audiologist
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
BLUE RIDGE ALLERGY AND ASTHMA, PLLC
Allergy & Immunology
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
HANNAH PIPER BELL CCC-A
Audiologist
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
JOSEPH GARNER
Otolaryngology
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
JENNIFER LEE GEHLEN AUD
Audiologist
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545
MCKENNA WELLBORN BROWN AUD
Audiologist
870 STATE FARM RD STE 101
BOONE, NC 28607
Watauga County (828) 264-4545

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 Portaro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Portaro is 1619470325. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 9, 2018.

Where is Heather Portaro located?

Heather Portaro practices at 870 State Farm Rd Ste 101, Boone, NC 28607. The listed phone number is (828) 264-4545.

What is Heather Portaro's specialty?

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

Is Heather Portaro enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Portaro 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 Portaro accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Heather Portaro 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 Portaro affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Portaro is affiliated with Watauga Medical Center, Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital and Ashe Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Portaro was last updated on July 18, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.