Patricia Hickham, M.D.
NPI 1073682084 · Dermatology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Patricia Hickham, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1073682084).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073682084
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 22278 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,011 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 401 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 213 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 150 | $55 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 121 | $54 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 45 | $101 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 101 | 59 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 48 | — |
| Hydrocortisone | 43 | 18 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 42 | 15 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 36 | 28 |
| Cephalexin | 28 | 18 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 23 | — |
| Desonide | 20 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,429 across 63 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-06
- Last updated
- 2018-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Patricia Hickham's NPI number?
- Patricia Hickham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073682084, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Patricia Hickham's specialty?
- Patricia Hickham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Patricia Hickham located?
- Patricia Hickham's practice location on file with NPPES is 4141 Bienville St Ste 108, New Orleans, LA 70119.
- What is Patricia Hickham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Patricia Hickham is (504) 962-7771.
- Does Patricia Hickham accept Medicare?
- Patricia Hickham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Patricia Hickham's NPI active?
- Yes — Patricia Hickham's NPI (1073682084) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.