Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Higgins, D.O.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Birmingham, AL
- NPI 1740412063
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 87.5 / 100 · 2023
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2152 Old Springville RD
Birmingham, AL 352154005
(205) 838-6917
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #L3086R
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740412063. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
881
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$92,577
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 290 | 148 | $75 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 256 | 94 | $113 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 122 | 119 | $107 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 107 | 104 | $123 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 90 | 85 | $162 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 16 | 16 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 39 peers in this city , average services per provider: 94. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$32
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $32.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
311
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$15,987
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefdinir | Generic | 30 | 30 | $369 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 29 | 12 | $137 |
| Ventolin Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $1,508 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 25 | 0 | $614 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 24 | 0 | $315 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 24 | 11 | $232 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $10,925 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 19 | 17 | $140 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 18 | 0 | $172 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 18 | 11 | $222 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Higgins practices Family Medicine Physician in Birmingham, AL.
Where does Dr. Stephen Higgins practice?
Dr. Stephen Higgins practices at 2152 Old Springville RD, Birmingham, AL 352154005. Office phone: 2058386917.
What is Dr. Stephen Higgins's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740412063, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.