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
- 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
- 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
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
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
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.