James Higgins, M.D.
NPI 1982781191 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Encino, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Higgins, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Encino, CA (NPI 1982781191).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982781191
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- BH8942814 (CA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,341 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 2,641 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 399 | $138 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 338 | $71 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 328 | $179 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 185 | $81 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 44 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 162 | 40 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 148 | 45 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 133 | 35 |
| Furosemide | 129 | 32 |
| Carvedilol | 123 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 120 | 29 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$366 across 5 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 14411 Hamlin St.Suite 603Van Nuys, CA 91401Phone: (818) 994-0616
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-11-01
- Last updated
- 2021-04-05
- Certified
- 2021-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Higgins's NPI number?
- James Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982781191, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Higgins's specialty?
- James Higgins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Higgins located?
- James Higgins's practice location on file with NPPES is 15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170, Encino, CA 91436-3145.
- What is James Higgins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Higgins is (818) 461-8148.
- Does James Higgins accept Medicare?
- James Higgins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Higgins's NPI active?
- Yes — James Higgins's NPI (1982781191) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.