Eric Higgins, D.P.M.
NPI 1548373731 · Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist · Dumas, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Higgins, D.P.M. is a Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist provider in Dumas, TX (NPI 1548373731).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548373731
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Primary Podiatric Medicine PodiatristPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
- Credential
- D.P.M.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1672 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
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
658 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Trimming of Fingernails Or Toenails11719 | 197 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 163 | $54 |
| Removal of Fingernails Or Toenails, 6 Or More Nails11721 | 85 | $42 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 53 | $122 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 44 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 52 | 22 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | 51 | 48 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 20 |
| Fluconazole | 17 | — |
| Meloxicam | 15 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 13 | — |
| Pregabalin | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$42 across 1 record (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
- 2006-08-15
- Last updated
- 2025-01-30
- Certified
- 2025-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Higgins's NPI number?
- Eric Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548373731, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Higgins's specialty?
- Eric Higgins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist (Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers).
- Where is Eric Higgins located?
- Eric Higgins's practice location on file with NPPES is 212 S Bliss Ave, Dumas, TX 79029-3806.
- What is Eric Higgins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Higgins is (806) 934-9503.
- Does Eric Higgins accept Medicare?
- Eric Higgins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Higgins's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Higgins's NPI (1548373731) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.