Jeffrey Higginbotham, MD
NPI 1316169170 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Missoula, MT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Higginbotham, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Missoula, MT (NPI 1316169170).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316169170
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N0831 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
2,847 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 580 | $124 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, By Chemistry Analyzers80307 | 422 | $60 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 398 | $16 |
| Drug Test(s), Definitive, Utilizing (1) Drug Identification Methods Able to Identify Individual Drugs and Distinguish Between Structural Isomers (but Not Necessarily Stereoisomers), Including, But Not Limited to Gc/Ms (any Type, Single Or Tandem) and Lc/MsG0482 | 291 | $192 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 242 | $5 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 2,872 | 555 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 702 | 149 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 560 | 139 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 420 | 97 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 205 | 94 |
| Gabapentin | 188 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,669 across 70 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
- 2007-05-02
- Last updated
- 2026-05-26
- Certified
- 2026-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Higginbotham's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Higginbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316169170, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Higginbotham's specialty?
- Jeffrey Higginbotham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Higginbotham located?
- Jeffrey Higginbotham's practice location on file with NPPES is 2740 South Ave W Ste 201, Missoula, MT 59804-5137.
- What is Jeffrey Higginbotham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Higginbotham is (406) 541-7246.
- Does Jeffrey Higginbotham accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Higginbotham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Higginbotham's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Higginbotham's NPI (1316169170) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.