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HEATHER RIVERA GUTEKUNST MD
NPI 1720247646
Allergy & Immunology in Raleigh, NC

Active since June 05, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200, RALEIGH, NC 27614(919) 846-0800(919) 846-0880 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 30, 2023, May 3, 2022, Nov 13, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Heather Rivera Gutekunst Md NPPES

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

HEATHER RIVERA GUTEKUNST MD (NPI 1720247646) is an individual allergy & immunology provider in Raleigh, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2008-00939) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1720247646
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207K00000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER RIVERA GUTEKUNSTCredential: MD
Location Address10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200Raleigh, NC 27614-6628
Mailing AddressPo Box 603725Charlotte, NC 28260-3725 · (828) 575-2625 · Fax (828) 350-2174
Phone(919) 846-0800
Fax(919) 846-0880
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 30, 2023
✔ NPI 1720247646 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAllergy & ImmunologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207K00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2008-00939✔ Licensed in NC · 200800939
Definition
An allergist-immunologist is trained in evaluation, physical and laboratory diagnosis, and management of disorders involving the immune system. Selected examples of such conditions include asthma, anaphylaxis, rhinitis, eczema, and adverse reactions to drugs, foods, and insect stings as well as immune deficiency diseases (both acquired and congenital), defects in host defense, and problems related to autoimmune disease, organ transplantation, or malignancies of the immune system.
10880 DURANT RD, Raleigh, NC 27614
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Heather Marie Rivera Md

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid1720247646NC
OtherNC0584BNC · Medicare Ptan

Accepted Insurance

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

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

Heather Rivera Gutekunst Md 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 ID7012040868
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100730000975
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 Gutekunst reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Allergy Partners, PLLC
Same address
Allergy & Immunology
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200
Raleigh, NC 27614
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 43 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1780822098 (919) 295-6661

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 9

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.

Test for allergy using allergenic extract 95004
An allergy test with allergenic extract is a diagnostic method to identify substances causing allergic reactions. Small amounts of common allergens are introduced to your body, usually through skin pricks or blood tests. Your body's response helps determine your allergies.
981 services20 patients
Professional service for preparation and provision of 1 or more antigens 95165
This service involves the creation and supply of antigens, substances that stimulate your immune system to fight diseases. These antigens can be used in vaccines or allergy tests to help your body build defenses against specific health threats.
350 services17 patients
Professional service for multiple injections of allergen 95117
The professional service for multiple injections of allergens involves administering small doses of specific allergens into your body. This is done to help your immune system become less sensitive to them, reducing your allergic reaction over time. It's a safe, effective way to manage allergies.
327 services43 patients
Professional service for single injection of allergen 95115
A single allergen injection is a procedure where a small amount of a specific allergen is injected into your body. This is done to test your body's reaction to the allergen or to help your immune system become less sensitive to it, reducing allergic symptoms.
160 services22 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
71 services21 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.
53 services42 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

GURVINDER K DEOGUN MD
Allergy & Immunology
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (919) 846-0800
WAKE SPINE AND PAIN SPECIALISTS, PC
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 324
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (919) 787-7246
SLEEP AND SINUS CENTERS OF NC PLLC
Otolaryngology (Sleep Medicine)
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 124
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (678) 689-1100
VAISHALI SUKHANI MANKAD MD
Allergy & Immunology
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (919) 846-0800
ALLERGY PARTNERS, PLLC
Allergy & Immunology
10880 DURANT RD, SUITE 200
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (919) 295-6661
BETHANY SHAFFER FLINCHUM PA-C
Physician Assistant
10880 DURANT RD
RALEIGH, NC 27614
Wake County (919) 235-6509

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 Gutekunst's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Gutekunst is 1720247646. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2008. The provider is also known as Heather Marie Rivera MD.

Where is Heather Gutekunst located?

Heather Gutekunst practices at 10880 Durant Rd Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27614. The listed phone number is (919) 846-0800.

What is Heather Gutekunst's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Allergy & Immunology with taxonomy code 207K00000X.

Is Heather Gutekunst enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Gutekunst 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 Gutekunst's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Heather Gutekunst reassigns Medicare benefits to Allergy Partners, PLLC (Raleigh, NC). 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 Gutekunst's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Heather Gutekunst accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee and AmeriHealth Caritas Next and 5 other insurers list Heather Gutekunst 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 Gutekunst was last updated on October 30, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.