Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. James Higgins, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Internal Medicine Physician · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Encino, CA
- NPI 1982781191
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 84.9 / 100 · 2023
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170
Encino, CA 914363145
(818) 461-8148 - Additional location
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14411 Hamlin St., Suite 603
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 994-0616 - Mailing address
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5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400
Los Angeles, CA 900455631
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 5, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A88417 · California #BH8942814
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982781191. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,263
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$511,813
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 2,441 | 454 | $127 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 395 | 370 | $73 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 370 | 112 | $85 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 303 | 142 | $141 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 270 | 235 | $186 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 103 | 100 | $139 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 82 | 79 | $16 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 63 | 63 | $180 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 52 | 52 | $225 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 36 | 36 | $23 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 208. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$366
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 2 | $188.81 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc | 1 | $123.03 | |
| ABIOMED | 1 | $30.41 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $23.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,289
Patients
342
Total drug cost
$170,488
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 141 | 44 | $2,327 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 141 | 39 | $3,524 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 137 | 36 | $869 |
| Isosorbide Mononitrate Er (Isosorbide Mononitrate) | Brand | 100 | 22 | $2,254 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 98 | 26 | $1,372 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 91 | 23 | $1,210 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 87 | 26 | $1,664 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 87 | 28 | $1,908 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 77 | 22 | $103,528 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 72 | 28 | $656 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. James Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. James Higgins practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Encino, CA.
Where does Dr. James Higgins practice?
Dr. James Higgins practices at 15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170, Encino, CA 914363145. Office phone: 8184618148.
What is Dr. James Higgins's NPI?
Dr. James Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982781191, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. James Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. James Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. James Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.