Michael Highhouse, MD
NPI 1447229430 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lafayette, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Highhouse, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lafayette, IN (NPI 1447229430).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447229430
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01045121A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,375 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 318 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 243 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 239 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 142 | $52 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 107 | $102 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 203 | 117 |
| Cephalexin | 44 | 40 |
| Meloxicam | 24 | — |
| Promethazine Hcl | 16 | 15 |
| Methylprednisolone | 15 | 15 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 14 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 12 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2024-05-08
- Certified
- 2024-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Highhouse's NPI number?
- Michael Highhouse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447229430, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Highhouse's specialty?
- Michael Highhouse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Highhouse located?
- Michael Highhouse's practice location on file with NPPES is 1411 S Creasy Ln, Lafayette, IN 47905-7438.
- What is Michael Highhouse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Highhouse is (765) 447-4165.
- Does Michael Highhouse accept Medicare?
- Michael Highhouse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Highhouse's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Highhouse's NPI (1447229430) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.