Heather Kessler, CRNP
Heather Kessler is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Harrisburg, PA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Heather Kessler, CRNP has been part of the Harrisburg medical community since 2006 in group practice. With 21+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Harrisburg area. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 82.54/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 42% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1823dNPPES updated 2021-05-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4310 Londonderry Rd Ste 109, Harrisburg, PA 17109-5329
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202382.54/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.1 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better46.9%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+41.8 pts)
46.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.5%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
101
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
26
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
113
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $7k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.45 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · May 26, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
2150 Noll Dr Ste 200, Lancaster, PA 17603-7605
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Heather Kessler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Heather Kessler for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Harrisburg 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 Kessler
NPI records show Dr. Kessler as active with telehealth listed in Harrisburg, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (717) 988-0611.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Heather Kessler
Practice Location
4310 Londonderry Rd Ste 109, Harrisburg, PA 17109-5329
Mailing Address
2150 Noll Dr Ste 200, Lancaster, PA 17603-7605
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