Heather Elizabeth Holden, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Heather Elizabeth Holden is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charlotte, NC with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Heather Elizabeth Holden, MD has been part of the Charlotte medical community since 2008 in group practice. A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine graduate since 2003, she brings 23+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 22% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 141dNPPES updated 2026-01-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
7810 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Ste 300, Charlotte, NC 28277-3416
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.03%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
4.03% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
487
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
355
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,283
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.49M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
72 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Heather Elizabeth Holden's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 1, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2003)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Heather Elizabeth Holden
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Heather Elizabeth Holden for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Charlotte required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heather Elizabeth Holden
NPI records show Dr. Holden as active with telehealth listed in Charlotte, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 342-0252.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Heather Elizabeth Holden
Practice Location
7810 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Ste 300, Charlotte, NC 28277-3416
Mailing Address
7810 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Ste 300, Charlotte, NC 28277-3416
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