Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joshua Higgins, P.A
Physician Assistant · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1861624181
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 7 locations .
- Primary practice
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16950 Via Tazon
San Diego, CA 921271607
(800) 926-8273
fax (888) 539-8781 - Additional location
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1505 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 920242933 - Additional location
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203 W F St
San Diego, CA 921016016 - Additional location
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2295 Otay Lakes RD Ste 110
Chula Vista, CA 919151160 - Additional location
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4510 Executive Dr Ste 215
San Diego, CA 921213023 - Additional location
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6030 Village Way Ste 200
San Diego, CA 921302973 - Additional location
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910 Sycamore Ave Ste 270
Vista, CA 920817852 - Mailing address
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File 57326
Los Angeles, CA 900747326
Show 4 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 6, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #PA20471
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861624181. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
146
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$10,610
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 68 | 67 | $78 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 46 | 46 | $98 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 17 | 17 | $2 | |
87635 |
Amplifed dna or rna probe detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) antigen | 15 | 15 | $50 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 93 peers in San Diego Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 95. This provider delivers 1.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
17
Patients
17
Total drug cost
$130
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 17 | 17 | $130 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joshua Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. Joshua Higgins practices Physician Assistant in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Joshua Higgins practice?
Dr. Joshua Higgins practices at 16950 Via Tazon, San Diego, CA 921271607. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Joshua Higgins's NPI?
Dr. Joshua Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861624181, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joshua Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joshua Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joshua Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.