Ty Higuchi, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1740400316 · Urology Physician · Aurora, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ty Higuchi, M.D., PH.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Aurora, CO (NPI 1740400316).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740400316
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 49741 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
713 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 | 152 | $96 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 92 | $2 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 87 | $76 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 62 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 59 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 144 | 47 |
| Finasteride | 107 | 34 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 54 | 37 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 52 | 18 |
| Levofloxacin | 48 | 46 |
| Pregabalin | 44 | 34 |
| Meloxicam | 37 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$743 across 10 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
- 2007-04-26
- Last updated
- 2013-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ty Higuchi's NPI number?
- Ty Higuchi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740400316, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ty Higuchi's specialty?
- Ty Higuchi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ty Higuchi located?
- Ty Higuchi's practice location on file with NPPES is 12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045-2545.
- What is Ty Higuchi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ty Higuchi is (720) 777-1234.
- Does Ty Higuchi accept Medicare?
- Ty Higuchi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ty Higuchi's NPI active?
- Yes — Ty Higuchi's NPI (1740400316) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.