Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Debra Higginbotham, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Santa Fe, NM
- NPI 1861460446
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2019 Galisteo St Ste N9A
Santa Fe, NM 875052111
(505) 820-1482
fax (505) 982-0696
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 30, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Mexico #2000-208
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861460446. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
713
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$88,589
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 332 | 168 | $122 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 167 | 100 | $121 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 92 | 92 | $122 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 75 | 58 | $169 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 27 | 27 | $85 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 20 | 17 | $86 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Santa Fe Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 93. This provider delivers 7.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$275
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 13 | $252.96 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $21.73 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,412
Patients
427
Total drug cost
$130,457
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 207 | 63 | $3,554 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 169 | 61 | $3,675 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 147 | 46 | $1,459 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 118 | 44 | $2,107 |
| Metformin Hcl ER (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 95 | 33 | $1,835 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 86 | 26 | $430 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 80 | 28 | $6,725 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | Generic | 78 | 22 | $1,833 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 73 | 11 | $1,592 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 73 | 25 | $1,098 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Debra Higginbotham's medical specialty?
Dr. Debra Higginbotham practices Family Medicine Physician in Santa Fe, NM.
Where does Dr. Debra Higginbotham practice?
Dr. Debra Higginbotham practices at 2019 Galisteo St Ste N9A, Santa Fe, NM 875052111. Office phone: 5058201482.
What is Dr. Debra Higginbotham's NPI?
Dr. Debra Higginbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861460446, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Debra Higginbotham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Debra Higginbotham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Debra Higginbotham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99443); Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit (HCPCS G0439). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.