Catherine Higham, MD
NPI 1790172559 · Dermatology Physician · Beverly, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Higham, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Beverly, MA (NPI 1790172559).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790172559
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 268142 (MA)
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
11 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
4,928 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,815 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 869 | $92 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 628 | $53 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 452 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 336 | $129 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 193 | 140 |
| Ketoconazole | 181 | 112 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 126 | 62 |
| Fluorouracil | 121 | 111 |
| Hydrocortisone | 112 | 91 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 75 | 30 |
| Mupirocin | 66 | 54 |
| Metronidazole | 49 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-20
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
- Certified
- 2026-06-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Higham's NPI number?
- Catherine Higham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790172559, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Higham's specialty?
- Catherine Higham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Higham located?
- Catherine Higham's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 Cummings Ctr Ste 311t, Beverly, MA 01915-6260.
- What is Catherine Higham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Higham is (978) 225-3376.
- Does Catherine Higham accept Medicare?
- Catherine Higham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Higham's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Higham's NPI (1790172559) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-06-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.