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HEATHER DEANN KISSEL DO
NPI 1801389556
Hospitalist in Tacoma, WA

Active since June 07, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1717 S J ST, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 426-6341(253) 426-6344 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 20, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 20, 2021, Aug 4, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Heather Deann Kissel Do NPPES

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

HEATHER DEANN KISSEL DO (NPI 1801389556) is an individual hospitalist provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (OP61209052) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Clare Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801389556
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER DEANN KISSELCredential: DO
Location Address1717 S J STTacoma, WA 98405-4933
Mailing Address1717 S J StTacoma, WA 98405-4933 · (253) 426-6341 · Fax (253) 426-6344
Phone(253) 426-6341
Fax(253) 426-6344
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 7, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 20, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 20, 2021
✔ NPI 1801389556 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · OP61209052✔ Licensed in AZ · 009222
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License OP61209052 (WA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1717 S J ST, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2191020WA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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

Heather Deann Kissel Do 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 ID9739583808
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211207002017
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 6

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 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.
322 services140 patients
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.
250 services124 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
93 services92 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
72 services32 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
14 services14 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Clare Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lakewood, WA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500021
Location11315 Bridgeport Way S WLakewood, WA 98499 · Pierce County
Emergency services

St Joseph Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number500108
Location1717 South J StreetTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

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.

ELIZABETH CULP
Registered Nurse
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-6163
GLAUCIA DE CASTRO MOREIRA M.D.
Anesthesiology
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-6625
GRANT ALEXANDER YELLIOTT II PA C
Physician Assistant
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-6660
MS. JESSICA WAI-YING TAM MD
Internal Medicine
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-6341
KARA SPRINGER CRANE PHARMD
Pharmacist
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 432-8216
BROOKE ELIZABETH CLOVER-OWENS RN
Registered Nurse (Obstetric, Inpatient)
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-4101
NATHANIEL ERIC SIEV MD
Anesthesiology
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-4101
PRISCILLA RUTH JAMES AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
1717 S J ST
TACOMA, WA 98405
Pierce County (253) 426-6341

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 Kissel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Kissel is 1801389556. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2018.

Where is Heather Kissel located?

Heather Kissel practices at 1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 426-6341.

What is Heather Kissel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Heather Kissel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Kissel 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 Kissel accept?

Health plans from Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Heather Kissel 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 Kissel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Kissel is affiliated with St Clare Hospital and St Joseph Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Kissel was last updated on December 20, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.