Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Higginbotham, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Rockport, AR
- NPI 1619992377
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1580 Tanner St
Rockport, AR 721042023
(501) 332-7981
fax (501) 337-9964
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 21, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Arkansas #E0968
- Medicaid
- AR #129994001
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619992377. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
10,434
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$470,836
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 2,091 | 514 | $115 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 1,035 | 479 | $8 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 813 | 146 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 719 | 354 | $80 | |
82962 |
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument | 504 | 191 | $3 | |
J0696 |
Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg | 495 | 76 | $1 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 457 | 204 | $13 | |
G0442 |
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 456 | 456 | $16 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 437 | 437 | $16 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 426 | 426 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Rockport Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 148. This provider delivers 71× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$26
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $13.16 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $13.14 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,667
Patients
1,319
Total drug cost
$67,412
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 476 | 140 | $5,912 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 467 | 97 | $4,162 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 397 | 117 | $4,637 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 361 | 116 | $7,090 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 310 | 97 | $3,087 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 298 | 84 | $1,736 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 296 | 78 | $6,578 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 285 | 77 | $5,592 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 269 | 80 | $4,323 |
| Pregabalin | Generic | 266 | 53 | $4,585 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Higginbotham's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Higginbotham practices Family Medicine Physician in Rockport, AR.
Where does Dr. Michael Higginbotham practice?
Dr. Michael Higginbotham practices at 1580 Tanner St, Rockport, AR 721042023. Office phone: 5013327981.
What is Dr. Michael Higginbotham's NPI?
Dr. Michael Higginbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619992377, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Higginbotham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Higginbotham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Higginbotham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.