Olivia Hightower, MD
NPI 1528228541 · Medical Oncology Physician · Gulfport, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Olivia Hightower, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Gulfport, MS (NPI 1528228541).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1528228541
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 22634 (MS)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,230 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 | 1,340 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 495 | $139 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 231 | $77 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 92 | $174 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 51 | $169 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 112 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 308 | 75 |
| Potassium Chloride | 242 | 83 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 180 | 39 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 173 | 33 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 169 | 86 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 132 | 43 |
| Letrozole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,426 across 228 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1514 Jefferson HwyBh 634New Orleans, LA 70121-2429Phone: (601) 503-7824Fax: (504) 842-4533
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-12
- Last updated
- 2025-05-27
- Certified
- 2025-05-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Olivia Hightower's NPI number?
- Olivia Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528228541, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Olivia Hightower's specialty?
- Olivia Hightower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Olivia Hightower located?
- Olivia Hightower's practice location on file with NPPES is 1340 Broad Ave Ste 330, Gulfport, MS 39501-2464.
- What is Olivia Hightower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Olivia Hightower is (228) 575-1234.
- Does Olivia Hightower accept Medicare?
- Olivia Hightower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Olivia Hightower's NPI active?
- Yes — Olivia Hightower's NPI (1528228541) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.