Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Higgs
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Worcester, MA
- NPI 1194861351
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
281 Lincoln St, MED Staff Svcs
Worcester, MA 016052138
(508) 334-8015
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 26, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #234204
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1194861351. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
198
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$23,184
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 75 | 71 | $118 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 61 | 59 | $171 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 49 | 48 | $69 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 13 | 13 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 82 peers in Worcester Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 70. This provider delivers 2.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
125
Patients
121
Total drug cost
$1,159
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azithromycin | Generic | 20 | 17 | $108 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 19 | 19 | $47 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 18 | 18 | $259 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 16 | 16 | $127 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 15 | $52 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $390 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $138 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $39 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Higgs's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Higgs practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Worcester, MA.
Where does Dr. Douglas Higgs practice?
Dr. Douglas Higgs practices at 281 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 016052138. Office phone: 5083348015.
What is Dr. Douglas Higgs's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Higgs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194861351, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Higgs accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Higgs accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Higgs commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.