HEATHER H NORTH MD
NPI 1780780668
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Hendersonville, NC

Active since September 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.51/100
CMS Quality Rating
705 6TH AVE W STE B, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739(828) 233-2849(828) 696-8606 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 26, 2020, Mar 17, 2018, Aug 14, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Heather H North Md NPPES

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

HEATHER H NORTH MD (NPI 1780780668) is an individual rheumatology provider in Hendersonville, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2015-01574) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1780780668
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER H NORTHCredential: MD
Location Address705 6TH AVE W STE BHendersonville, NC 28739-4161
Mailing Address800 N Justice St # 16Hendersonville, NC 28791-3410 · (828) 233-2849 · Fax (828) 696-8606
Fax(828) 696-8606
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateSeptember 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 26, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 26, 2020
NPI 1780780668 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License Licensed in NC · 2015-01574
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
705 6TH AVE W STE B, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Other Identifiers 1

OtherNCO872ANC · Medicare

Accepted 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

Heather H North 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 ID7315128329
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150917003125
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 3

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.
457 services231 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.
43 services33 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
40 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340017
Location800 N Justice StHendersonville, NC 28791 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Hendersonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Hendersonville, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340023
Location100 Hospital DriveHendersonville, NC 28792 · Henderson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Lukes Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Columbus, NC
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number341322
Location101 Hospital DriveColumbus, NC 28722 · Polk County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28739 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
$125.01 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $31.25 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

93.51/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.23
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Internal Medicine
705 6TH AVE W STE B
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739
Family Medicine
705 6TH AVE W STE B
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739
Physician Assistant
705 6TH AVE W STE B
HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739

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 North's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather North is 1780780668. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 16, 2006.

Where is Heather North located?

Heather North practices at 705 6th Ave W Ste B, Hendersonville, NC 28739. The listed phone number is (828) 233-2849.

What is Heather North's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Heather North enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather North 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 North accept?

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

According to CMS data, Heather North is affiliated with Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital, Adventhealth Hendersonville and St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather North was last updated on March 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.