Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Donald Higgins, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Plainville, CT
- NPI 1023147428
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
74 E Main St
Plainville, CT 060621936
(860) 793-9613
fax (860) 747-6880
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Connecticut #955
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023147428. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,355
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$82,799
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83861 |
Microfluid analysis of tears | 328 | 69 | $22 | |
92285 |
Photography of content of eyes | 169 | 56 | $25 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 126 | 88 | $37 | |
76512 |
2d ultrasound scan of eye tissue and structures | 101 | 47 | $57 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 99 | 21 | $101 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 93 | 71 | $135 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 32 | $95 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 83 | 55 | $135 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 66 | 38 | $67 | |
92100 |
Multiple measurements of eye fluid pressure over an extended time period | 66 | 44 | $92 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Plainville Optometrist, average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$540
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaukos Corporation | 1 | $139.68 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 3 | $138.92 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $137.07 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $123.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
349
Patients
82
Total drug cost
$128,656
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 160 | 56 | $4,816 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $27,279 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 31 | 11 | $13,135 |
| Brinzolamide | Generic | 24 | 0 | $5,764 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $714 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $412 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 17 | 15 | $790 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $36,217 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $30,353 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $9,174 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Higgins practices Optometrist in Plainville, CT.
Where does Dr. Donald Higgins practice?
Dr. Donald Higgins practices at 74 E Main St, Plainville, CT 060621936. Office phone: 8607939613.
What is Dr. Donald Higgins's NPI?
Dr. Donald Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023147428, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Microfluid analysis of tears (HCPCS 83861); Photography of content of eyes (HCPCS 92285); Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.