Daniel Hightower, M.D.
NPI 1437173325 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Visalia, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Hightower, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Visalia, CA (NPI 1437173325).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437173325
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G73127 (CA)
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
4,589 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 887 | $8 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 368 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 277 | $10 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 250 | $85 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 142 | $9 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Chest With Contrast71275 | 122 | $84 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,575 across 15 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2018-11-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Hightower's NPI number?
- Daniel Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437173325, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Hightower's specialty?
- Daniel Hightower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Hightower located?
- Daniel Hightower's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 S Court St Ste F, Visalia, CA 93277-4931.
- What is Daniel Hightower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Hightower is (559) 734-9244.
- Does Daniel Hightower accept Medicare?
- Daniel Hightower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Hightower's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Hightower's NPI (1437173325) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-11-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.