Michael Hickham, MD
NPI 1518967793 · Otolaryngology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Hickham, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1518967793).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518967793
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 10820R (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,618 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 | 487 | $113 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 362 | $13 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 175 | $40 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 121 | $150 |
| Exam of the Nose and Throat Using an Endoscope92511 | 74 | $99 |
| 3d Radiographic Procedure With Computerized Image Postprocessing76377 | 63 | $69 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 310 | 144 |
| Cefdinir | 53 | 50 |
| Mupirocin | 42 | 29 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 38 | 21 |
| Azithromycin | 38 | 36 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 38 | 38 |
| Meclizine Hcl | 34 | — |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 33 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$663 across 32 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
- 2005-07-28
- Last updated
- 2026-04-29
- Certified
- 2026-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Hickham's NPI number?
- Michael Hickham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518967793, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Hickham's specialty?
- Michael Hickham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Hickham located?
- Michael Hickham's practice location on file with NPPES is 3019 N Arnoult Rd, Metairie, LA 70002-4714.
- What is Michael Hickham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Hickham is (504) 889-5335.
- Does Michael Hickham accept Medicare?
- Michael Hickham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Hickham's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Hickham's NPI (1518967793) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.