Daniel Hightower, M.D.
NPI 1710995063 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Monterey, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Hightower, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Monterey, CA (NPI 1710995063).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710995063
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G47875 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician2085U0001X
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
6,750 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 978 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 373 | $11 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 367 | $40 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 333 | $88 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 212 | $11 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 146 | $52 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis Without Contrast |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$247 across 4 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
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2016-12-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Hightower's NPI number?
- Daniel Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710995063, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Hightower's specialty?
- Daniel Hightower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Hightower located?
- Daniel Hightower's practice location on file with NPPES is 23625 Holman Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940-5902.
- What is Daniel Hightower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Hightower is (831) 624-5311.
- Does Daniel Hightower accept Medicare?
- Daniel Hightower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Hightower's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Hightower's NPI (1710995063) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-12-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.