Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stuart Higano, M.D.
Interventional Cardiology Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1114998978
- Accepts Medicare
- 42 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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3023 N Ballas RD Ste 200D
Saint Louis, MO 631312328
(314) 996-7272 - Additional location
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3023 N Ballas RD, Ste 200D
Saint Louis, MO 631312330
fax (314) 996-6785
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 26, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1984 — 42 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RI0011X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- Missouri #2003005867 · Illinois #036-112497 · Illinois #036112497
- Medicaid
- MO #208789107
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1114998978. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,570
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$168,961
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 564 | 483 | $121 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 156 | 73 | $48 | |
93296 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 95 | 31 | $22 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 85 | 27 | $29 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 82 | 71 | $170 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 71 | 71 | $13 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 69 | 66 | $66 | |
93458 |
Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 68 | 68 | $241 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 56 | 56 | $169 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 41 | 29 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in this city , average services per provider: 96. This provider delivers 16× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,407
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
12
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 4 | $370.65 | |
| ShockWave Medical, Inc | 10 | $239.34 | |
| CVRx, Inc. | 2 | $190.44 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $181.91 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $172.91 | |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 1 | $125.00 | |
| Chiesi USA, Inc. | 2 | $34.39 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $29.29 | |
| SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC | 1 | $19.88 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $15.61 | |
| ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp) | 1 | $14.67 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 1 | $13.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,464
Patients
1,202
Total drug cost
$578,520
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 549 | 149 | $9,426 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 540 | 149 | $8,184 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 519 | 139 | $4,674 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 359 | 94 | $6,829 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 311 | 85 | $366,123 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 293 | 82 | $1,984 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 275 | 76 | $4,069 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 274 | 77 | $4,799 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 261 | 70 | $1,712 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 253 | 69 | $3,006 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stuart Higano's medical specialty?
Dr. Stuart Higano practices Interventional Cardiology Physician in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Stuart Higano practice?
Dr. Stuart Higano practices at 3023 N Ballas RD Ste 200D, Saint Louis, MO 631312328. Office phone: 3149967272.
What is Dr. Stuart Higano's NPI?
Dr. Stuart Higano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114998978, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stuart Higano accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stuart Higano accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stuart Higano commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days (HCPCS 93296). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.