Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kortney Hightower, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Sun City Center, FL
- NPI 1437181559
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 100.0 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
957 E del Webb Blvd, Suite 101
Sun City Center, FL 335736671
(813) 634-1484
fax (813) 435-2023
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 12, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME95249
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437181559. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,795
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$981,041
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 941 | 821 | $126 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 751 | 196 | $6 | |
Q4196 |
Puraply am, per square centimeter | 739 | 16 | $104 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 382 | 357 | $106 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 371 | 331 | $45 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 343 | 272 | $653 | |
Q4159 |
Affinity, per square centimeter | 343 | 11 | $415 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 304 | 283 | $80 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 200 | 128 | $401 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 152 | 130 | $251 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Sun City Center Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 170. This provider delivers 34× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$191
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 3 | $65.31 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 2 | $54.52 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $27.62 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $26.50 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $17.53 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
263
Patients
172
Total drug cost
$4,015
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 127 | 88 | $856 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 40 | 30 | $296 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 27 | 26 | $259 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 27 | 14 | $1,970 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 18 | 14 | $91 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $469 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 12 | 0 | $74 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kortney Hightower's medical specialty?
Dr. Kortney Hightower practices Dermatology Physician in Sun City Center, FL.
Where does Dr. Kortney Hightower practice?
Dr. Kortney Hightower practices at 957 E del Webb Blvd, Sun City Center, FL 335736671. Office phone: 8136341484.
What is Dr. Kortney Hightower's NPI?
Dr. Kortney Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437181559, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kortney Hightower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kortney Hightower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kortney Hightower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Puraply am, per square centimeter (HCPCS Q4196). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.