Heather Royce-Roach, FNP-C, DNP
NPI 1740716984 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Palm Desert, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Heather Royce-Roach, FNP-C, DNP is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Palm Desert, CA (NPI 1740716984).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740716984
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- FNP-C, DNP
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 95006578 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
608 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 192 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 172 | $79 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 3 Or More Muscles20553 | 165 | $53 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 43 | $168 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 19 | $112 |
| Ultrasound Study of One Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93971 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 73 | 29 |
| Ursodiol | 68 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 24 | 20 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 24 | 21 |
| Neomycin Sulfate | 19 | 19 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 17 | — |
| Lisinopril | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$333 across 11 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 74924 Verbena CtIndian Wells, CA 92210-7233Phone: (909) 543-8910
- 72880 Fred Waring Dr Ste D18Palm Desert, CA 92260-9377Phone: (760) 346-4698
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-09
- Last updated
- 2025-12-18
- Certified
- 2025-12-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Heather Royce-Roach's NPI number?
- Heather Royce-Roach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740716984, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Heather Royce-Roach's specialty?
- Heather Royce-Roach is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Heather Royce-Roach located?
- Heather Royce-Roach's practice location on file with NPPES is 73360 Highway 111 Ste 1, Palm Desert, CA 92260-3926.
- What is Heather Royce-Roach's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Heather Royce-Roach is (760) 565-1193.
- Does Heather Royce-Roach accept Medicare?
- Heather Royce-Roach is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Heather Royce-Roach's NPI active?
- Yes — Heather Royce-Roach's NPI (1740716984) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.