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Nephrology

Heather M. Wheat, MD

Works at hospitals in Buffalo, NY · Kenmore, NY · New York

Summary

Heather M. Wheat, MD (Nephrology) is listed by Medicare at 4 hospitals in Buffalo, NY and Kenmore, NY. NPI 1972705978. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Heather M. Wheat, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

NephrologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
26Years since medical school (graduated 2000)
State University Of Ny Upstate Medical UniversityMedical school
FemaleGender (as listed)
Nephrology Associates of Western New York, LLPGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Heather M. Wheat work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Heather M. Wheat at 4 hospitals: Kaleida Health, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo and Sisters of Charity Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Heather M. Wheat see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Amherst, NY and Orchard Park, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Heather M. Wheat's specialty?
Medicare lists Nephrology as the primary specialty, and also Internal Medicine.
Does Heather M. Wheat accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Heather M. Wheat accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Heather M. Wheat?
(716) 838-3188, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Heather M. Wheat's NPI number?
1972705978. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Heather M. Wheat works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Heather M. Wheat at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Heather M. Wheat is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Heather M. Wheat as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Nephrology Associates of Western New York, LLP15 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other nephrologists in Amherst

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Amherst, NY — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolState University Of Ny Upstate Medical University
Graduation year2000
Gender (as listed)Female
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1972705978
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians