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Dr. Catherine Higham, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Wellesley, MA
- NPI 1790172559
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1 Washington St Ste 401
Wellesley, MA 024811737
(781) 416-3500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 28, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #268142
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790172559. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,597
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$297,925
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,586 | 321 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 841 | 660 | $92 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 599 | 447 | $55 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 362 | 292 | $130 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 324 | 272 | $97 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 286 | 220 | $118 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 146 | 94 | $53 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 80 | 75 | $58 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 73 | 73 | $115 | |
11900 |
Injection into skin growth, 1-7 growths | 65 | 28 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Wellesley Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 199. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,021
Patients
705
Total drug cost
$34,650
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 184 | 129 | $2,039 |
| Betamethasone Diprop Augmented (Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc) | Brand | 140 | 84 | $9,388 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 140 | 91 | $2,804 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 124 | 115 | $9,403 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 92 | 76 | $573 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 77 | 67 | $616 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 51 | 26 | $2,636 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 40 | 27 | $2,248 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 35 | 19 | $954 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 33 | 25 | $1,316 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Catherine Higham's medical specialty?
Dr. Catherine Higham practices Dermatology Physician in Wellesley, MA.
Where does Dr. Catherine Higham practice?
Dr. Catherine Higham practices at 1 Washington St Ste 401, Wellesley, MA 024811737. Office phone: 7814163500.
What is Dr. Catherine Higham's NPI?
Dr. Catherine Higham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790172559, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Catherine Higham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Catherine Higham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Catherine Higham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.