Christopher Higgins, MD
NPI 1417123274 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Tulsa, OK
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Higgins, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Tulsa, OK (NPI 1417123274).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417123274
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29291 (OK)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
4,427 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 586 | $11 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 400 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 254 | $83 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 247 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 231 | $35 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 392 | 185 |
| Ezetimibe | 338 | 150 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 313 | 134 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 171 | 47 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 107 | 52 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 88 | 42 |
| Ticagrelor |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,881 across 58 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
- 2008-05-01
- Last updated
- 2014-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Higgins's NPI number?
- Christopher Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417123274, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Higgins's specialty?
- Christopher Higgins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Higgins located?
- Christopher Higgins's practice location on file with NPPES is 7912 E 31st Ct, Tulsa, OK 74145.
- What is Christopher Higgins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Higgins is (918) 496-8499.
- Does Christopher Higgins accept Medicare?
- Christopher Higgins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Higgins's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Higgins's NPI (1417123274) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.