Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Heather Perkins, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner - Family · Charlotte, NC
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Perkins from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Perkins
Dr. Heather Perkins is a nurse practitioner - family in Charlotte, NC, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Perkins performed 1,515 Medicare services across 1,055 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Perkins received a total of $5,905 from 25 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 255 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in nurse practitioner - family. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Perkins is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 7% volume in NC
$5,905 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,515
Medicare services
Top 7% in NC for nurse practitioner - family
1,055
Unique beneficiaries
$28
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~76 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
362 | $71 | $250 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
128 | $8 | $38 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
111 | $5 | $63 |
| X-ray of hand, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
102 | $11 | $44 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
89 | $3 | $15 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
75 | $8 | $25 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 20 mg A 20 mg injection of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
60 | $4 | $9 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
44 | $43 | $219 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
43 | $5 | $37 |
| Immunoassay substance analysis, multiple step method A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to analyze a substance. The process involves multiple steps to detect or measure the target material. |
42 | $11 | $62 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
38 | $32 | $233 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
31 | $11 | $47 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
30 | $29 | $159 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
29 | $14 | $64 |
| Trabecular bone score calculation This procedure calculates the trabecular bone score using imaging data to assess bone microarchitecture. It includes interpretation and a report on fracture risk. |
29 | $25 | $117 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
29 | $4 | $33 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
28 | $12 | $113 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
26 | $10 | $50 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
26 | $103 | $266 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 26 | $5 | $12 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 21 | $6 | $30 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
19 | $13 | $70 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
19 | $8 | $50 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
18 | $31 | $375 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
18 | $8 | $25 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
15 | $12 | $65 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
15 | $13 | $74 |
| Tuberculosis test, enumeration of t-cells A blood test that counts T-cells to help detect tuberculosis infection. |
15 | $92 | $328 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 14 | $8 | $39 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
13 | $6 | $47 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,905
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $1,476/year across 4 years
Top 4% in NC for nurse practitioner - family
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
25
Companies
255
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$5,905 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,717
2023
$1,758
2022
$1,095
2021
$336
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$533
Amgen Inc.
$476
ABBVIE INC.
$456
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$222
Lilly USA, LLC
$196
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$187
UCB, Inc.
$172
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$110
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$89
GENZYME CORPORATION
$62
Radius Health, Inc.
$50
PFIZER INC.
$41
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$32
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$25
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$24
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$22
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$21
Top 3 companies account for 53.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
Amgen Inc.
$1,068
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$855
ABBVIE INC.
$840
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$576
Lilly USA, LLC
$364
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$333
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$302
UCB, Inc.
$282
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$261
Radius Health, Inc.
$173
PFIZER INC.
$150
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$113
GENZYME CORPORATION
$111
Genentech USA, Inc.
$98
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$75
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$70
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$46
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$39
Organon LLC
$33
SOBI, INC
$24
AbbVie Inc.
$21
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$21
Sandoz Inc.
$20
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$20
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$11
Top 3 companies account for 46.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · Actemra · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · Cimzia · EVENITY · Enbrel · GLOPERBA · HUMIRA · HYRIMOZ · IDACIO · ILARIS · KEVZARA · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · Mitigare · NEXPLANON · ORENCIA · Otezla · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · REMICADE · RINVOQ · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tavneos · Tymlos · XELJANZ
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 4% for nurse practitioner - family in NC.
Geographic Context
Family nurse practitioners within 10 mi
1,072
Per 100K population
94.8
County median income
$83,765
Nearest hospital
CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER/BEHAV HEALTH
1.5 mi
1.5 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Perkins is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 4% of NC peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Perkins experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Perkins performed 362 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Perkins receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Perkins received a total of $5,905 from 25 companies across 255 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Perkins's costs compare to other family nurse practitioners in Charlotte?
Dr. Perkins's average Medicare payment per service is $28. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Perkins) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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About this page
All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.
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