Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Mark Hightower, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Brainerd, MN
- NPI 1982959664
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2024 S 6Th St
Brainerd, MN 564014529
(218) 828-7101 - Mailing address
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1702 University Dr S
Fargo, ND 581034940
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Minnesota #61942
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982959664. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
225
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$15,909
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 52 | 22 | $47 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 39 | 39 | $5 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 20 | 20 | $225 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 19 | 19 | $46 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 19 | 19 | $78 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 18 | 17 | $124 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 16 | 16 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 16 | 16 | $63 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 15 | $60 | |
43248 |
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 11 | 11 | $156 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Brainerd Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
103
Patients
68
Total drug cost
$307
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 92 | 68 | $232 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 11 | 0 | $74 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Mark Hightower's medical specialty?
Dr. Mark Hightower practices Surgery Physician in Brainerd, MN.
Where does Dr. Mark Hightower practice?
Dr. Mark Hightower practices at 2024 S 6Th St, Brainerd, MN 564014529. Office phone: 2188287101.
What is Dr. Mark Hightower's NPI?
Dr. Mark Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982959664, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Mark Hightower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Mark Hightower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Mark Hightower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.