Jose Gavito Higuera, M.D.
NPI 1992989859 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · El Paso, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Gavito Higuera, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in El Paso, TX (NPI 1992989859).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992989859
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41997 TEMPORARY (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 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
936 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 407 | $38 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Neck With Contrast70498 | 111 | $77 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Head With Contrast70496 | 91 | $79 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 54 | $106 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast70551 | 44 | $67 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 36 | $70 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-12-27
- Last updated
- 2021-11-17
- Certified
- 2021-11-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Gavito Higuera's NPI number?
- Jose Gavito Higuera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992989859, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Gavito Higuera's specialty?
- Jose Gavito Higuera is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Gavito Higuera located?
- Jose Gavito Higuera's practice location on file with NPPES is 4815 Alameda Ave, El Paso, TX 79905-2705.
- What is Jose Gavito Higuera's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Gavito Higuera is (915) 215-6000.
- Does Jose Gavito Higuera accept Medicare?
- Jose Gavito Higuera is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Gavito Higuera's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Gavito Higuera's NPI (1992989859) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.