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Dr. Kelly Highland, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Physician · Cytopathology Physician · Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician · Forensic Pathology Physician · Hematology (Pathology) Physician · Immunopathology Physician · Medical Microbiology Physician · Neuropathology Physician · Molecular Genetic Pathology (Pathology) Physician · Anatomic Pathology Physician · Chemical Pathology Physician · Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine Physician · Pediatric Pathology Physician · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1891762829
- Accepts Medicare
- 40 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1899 Tate Blvd Se, Suite 1105
Hickory, NC 286024200
(828) 322-3821
fax (828) 322-6697
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 15, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #39617
- Medicaid
- NC #8942380
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1891762829. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,130
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$79,034
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 989 | 491 | $35 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 283 | 81 | $27 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 185 | 100 | $77 | |
88112 |
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique | 124 | 76 | $26 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 124 | 113 | $33 | |
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 98 | 34 | $39 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 75 | 70 | $11 | |
88333 |
Pathology cytologic examination of specimen during surgery, initial site | 56 | 30 | $58 | |
88311 |
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present | 55 | 44 | $12 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 44 | 19 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$47
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celgene Corporation | 1 | $47.35 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kelly Highland's medical specialty?
Dr. Kelly Highland practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Kelly Highland practice?
Dr. Kelly Highland practices at 1899 Tate Blvd Se, Hickory, NC 286024200. Office phone: 8283223821.
What is Dr. Kelly Highland's NPI?
Dr. Kelly Highland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891762829, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kelly Highland accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kelly Highland accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kelly Highland commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity (HCPCS 88307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.