Heather Doherty, M.D.
NPI 1255319802 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Doherty, M.D. is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1255319802).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255319802
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A86658 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,495 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 478 | $137 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 376 | $97 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 156 | $139 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 152 | $17 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 78 | $35 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 91 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 344 | 101 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 286 | 92 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 251 | 65 |
| Losartan Potassium | 200 | 61 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 169 | 56 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 151 | 47 |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-04
- Last updated
- 2011-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Doherty's NPI number?
- Heather Doherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255319802, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Doherty's specialty?
- Heather Doherty is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heather Doherty located?
- Heather Doherty's practice location on file with NPPES is 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1027.
- What is Heather Doherty's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Doherty is (858) 554-7226.
- Does Heather Doherty accept Medicare?
- Heather Doherty is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Doherty's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Doherty's NPI (1255319802) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.