Maria Novella Papino Higgs, M.D.
NPI 1427214451 · Family Medicine Physician · Solomons, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Maria Novella Papino Higgs, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Solomons, MD (NPI 1427214451).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427214451
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0116019166 (VA)
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
17 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
774 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 | 467 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 140 | $72 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 41 | $31 |
| Admn Sarscov2 Vacc 1 Dose90480 | 28 | $42 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 26 | $3 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 21 | $18 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 65 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 181 | 50 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 170 | 38 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 140 | 31 |
| Lisinopril | 89 | 22 |
| Metformin Hcl | 86 | 22 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 86 | 24 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 across 7 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
- 2008-07-30
- Last updated
- 2024-01-16
- Certified
- 2024-01-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maria Novella Papino Higgs's NPI number?
- Maria Novella Papino Higgs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427214451, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Maria Novella Papino Higgs's specialty?
- Maria Novella Papino Higgs is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Maria Novella Papino Higgs located?
- Maria Novella Papino Higgs's practice location on file with NPPES is 14090 Hg Trueman Rd Ste 2100, Solomons, MD 20688-3151.
- What is Maria Novella Papino Higgs's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Maria Novella Papino Higgs is (410) 394-3712.
- Does Maria Novella Papino Higgs accept Medicare?
- Maria Novella Papino Higgs is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Maria Novella Papino Higgs's NPI active?
- Yes — Maria Novella Papino Higgs's NPI (1427214451) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.