Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. J. Chris Higgins, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Specialist · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Vidalia, GA
- NPI 1679531925
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 76.4 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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101 Harris Industrial Blvd, Suite A
Vidalia, GA 304748852
(912) 535-3500
fax (912) 535-3510 - Mailing address
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Po Box 407
Vidalia, GA 304750407
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 31, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Georgia #067463 · Vermont #042-0008175
- Medicaid
- GA #003135024A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679531925. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
633
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$34,962
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 293 | 236 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 46 | 37 | $94 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 42 | 41 | $12 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 41 | 41 | $167 | |
93016 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician | 38 | 38 | $20 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 38 | 38 | $13 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 37 | 37 | $74 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 28 | 26 | $63 | |
93458 |
Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 24 | 24 | $227 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 20 | 15 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Vidalia Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$61
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $61.32 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
185
Patients
25
Total drug cost
$22,332
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 45 | 14 | $437 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 30 | 0 | $157 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 22 | 11 | $335 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $11,244 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 18 | 0 | $347 |
| Praluent Pen (Alirocumab) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $8,868 |
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ER (Isosorbide Mononitrate) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $234 |
| Metolazone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $432 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 11 | 0 | $277 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. J. Chris Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. J. Chris Higgins practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Vidalia, GA.
Where does Dr. J. Chris Higgins practice?
Dr. J. Chris Higgins practices at 101 Harris Industrial Blvd, Vidalia, GA 304748852. Office phone: 9125353500.
What is Dr. J. Chris Higgins's NPI?
Dr. J. Chris Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679531925, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. J. Chris Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. J. Chris Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. J. Chris Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.