Christine Higgins, MD
NPI 1700881109 · Internal Medicine Physician · Chesapeake, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christine Higgins, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Chesapeake, VA (NPI 1700881109).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700881109
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101054379 (VA)
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
21 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
4,374 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 994 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 987 | $8 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 462 | $125 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 410 | $16 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 267 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 138 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 851 | 248 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 579 | 169 |
| Omeprazole | 501 | 148 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 491 | 135 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 467 | 136 |
| Losartan Potassium | 391 | 120 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-14
- Last updated
- 2011-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christine Higgins's NPI number?
- Christine Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700881109, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christine Higgins's specialty?
- Christine Higgins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christine Higgins located?
- Christine Higgins's practice location on file with NPPES is 113 Gainsborough Sq, Chesapeake, VA 23320-1714.
- What is Christine Higgins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christine Higgins is (757) 547-9286.
- Does Christine Higgins accept Medicare?
- Christine Higgins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christine Higgins's NPI active?
- Yes — Christine Higgins's NPI (1700881109) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.