Heather Lake, DO
NPI 1295857043 · Rheumatology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Lake, DO is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1295857043).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295857043
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34009625 (OH)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
737 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 | 301 | $123 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 172 | $14 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 89 | $9 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 46 | $84 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 46 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 556 | 118 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 535 | 118 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 381 | 94 |
| Pregabalin | 310 | 62 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 265 | 60 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 233 | 74 |
| Prednisone | 188 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,918 across 154 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-04-04
- Last updated
- 2022-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Lake's NPI number?
- Heather Lake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295857043, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Lake's specialty?
- Heather Lake is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heather Lake located?
- Heather Lake's practice location on file with NPPES is 285 E State St, Columbus, OH 43215-4354.
- What is Heather Lake's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Lake is (614) 566-9380.
- Does Heather Lake accept Medicare?
- Heather Lake is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Lake's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Lake's NPI (1295857043) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.