Heather Dawson, M.D.
NPI 1396705034 · Family Medicine Physician · North Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Dawson, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in North Charleston, SC (NPI 1396705034).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396705034
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17172 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
2,784 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 435 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 349 | $120 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 278 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 278 | $85 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 160 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 113 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 361 | 133 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 268 | 106 |
| Omeprazole | 178 | 68 |
| Gabapentin | 172 | 58 |
| Valsartan | 139 | 64 |
| Lisinopril | 130 | 47 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 116 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$670 across 22 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
- 2006-03-25
- Last updated
- 2023-11-03
- Certified
- 2023-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Dawson's NPI number?
- Heather Dawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396705034, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Dawson's specialty?
- Heather Dawson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Heather Dawson located?
- Heather Dawson's practice location on file with NPPES is 8761 Dorchester Rd Ste 100, North Charleston, SC 29420-7320.
- What is Heather Dawson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Dawson is (843) 767-3323.
- Does Heather Dawson accept Medicare?
- Heather Dawson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Dawson's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Dawson's NPI (1396705034) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.