Michael Higgins, M.D.
NPI 1730251661 · Internal Medicine Physician · Norfolk, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Higgins, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Norfolk, MA (NPI 1730251661).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730251661
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 59128 (MA)
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
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
2,492 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 | 392 | $135 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 266 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 242 | $94 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 179 | $8 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 171 | $2 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 168 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 87 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 449 | 134 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 314 | 89 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 273 | 80 |
| Lisinopril | 239 | 70 |
| Simvastatin | 225 | 65 |
| Metformin Hcl | 208 | 61 |
| Losartan Potassium | 198 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$120 across 2 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
- 2006-11-15
- Last updated
- 2017-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Higgins's NPI number?
- Michael Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730251661, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Higgins's specialty?
- Michael Higgins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Higgins located?
- Michael Higgins's practice location on file with NPPES is 31 Pine Street, Norfolk, MA 02056.
- What is Michael Higgins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Higgins is (508) 623-3700.
- Does Michael Higgins accept Medicare?
- Michael Higgins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Higgins's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Higgins's NPI (1730251661) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.