Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Kent Higgins, PH.D.

Psychologist (CMS: Clinical Psychologist) · Amherst, MA

  • NPI 1316082258
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 34 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
16 North Hadley Road
Amherst, MA 010021905
(413) 374-8194
fax (413) 794-9490
Mailing address
30 Columbia Dr
Amherst, MA 010023106

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
August 18, 2011
Year of graduation
1992 — 34 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
103T00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #6563
Medicaid
MA #1202847

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316082258. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
204
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$22,662
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90834 Psychotherapy, 45 minutes 106 40 $89
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 79 78 $152
90832 Psychotherapy, 30 minutes 19 14 $67

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Amherst Psychologist, average services per provider: 68. This provider delivers 3.0× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Kent Higgins's medical specialty?
Dr. Kent Higgins practices Psychologist in Amherst, MA.
Where does Dr. Kent Higgins practice?
Dr. Kent Higgins practices at 16 North Hadley Road, Amherst, MA 010021905. Office phone: 4133748194.
What is Dr. Kent Higgins's NPI?
Dr. Kent Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316082258, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kent Higgins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kent Higgins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kent Higgins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90834); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation (HCPCS 90791); Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90832). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.