Dr. Richard Edward Heather

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 44+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Richard Edward Heather, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Los Osos, California. He attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 1980, having over 44 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including French Hospital Medical Center, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center. Dr. Richard Edward Heather accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (805) 528-1812 to request Dr. Richard Edward Heather the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2035 9th St
Suite A
Los Osos, CA 93402-3266

Phone 1: (805) 528-1812
Phone 2: (805) 528-1912

Fax: (805) 528-1843
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Richard Edward Heather
Gender Male
PECOS ID 9234263294
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 44 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Richard Edward Heather attended and graduated from Georgetown University Of Medicine in 1980.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1487676854
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 24, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Sunday, July 8, 2007

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Richard Edward Heather

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Richard Edward Heather has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 44 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals


Practice Locations

2035 9th St
Suite A
Los Osos, CA 93402-3266

Phone: (805) 528-1812
Phone 2: (805) 528-1912
Fax: (805) 528-1843
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Sunday, July 8, 2007. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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