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Dr. Erica Hightower, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Internal Medicine Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1629198726
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.1 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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13333 Dotson RD Ste 220
Houston, TX 770704305
(281) 251-5234
fax (281) 251-7868
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 18, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M5754
- Medicaid
- TX #189747201
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629198726. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
838
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$70,977
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 234 | 107 | $129 | |
95251 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report | 166 | 65 | $35 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 134 | 90 | $10 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 96 | 68 | $180 | |
82947 |
Blood glucose (sugar) level | 64 | 48 | $4 | |
G0108 |
Diabetes outpatient self-management training services, individual, per 30 minutes | 56 | 29 | $55 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 37 | 37 | $223 | |
95249 |
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin | 35 | 32 | $62 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $169 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 59 peers in this city , average services per provider: 198. This provider delivers 4.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$5,000
Transactions
147
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 22 | $1,974.52 | |
| Insulet Corporation | 37 | $309.52 | |
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 10 | $287.29 | |
| Dexcom, Inc. | 4 | $239.18 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 9 | $229.65 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 15 | $207.82 | |
| BETA BIONICS, INC. | 5 | $183.18 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 7 | $164.23 | |
| SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC | 10 | $158.32 | |
| Esperion Therapeutics, Inc. | 2 | $140.64 | |
| Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 10 | $136.92 | |
| Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. | 1 | $125.01 | |
| Corcept Therapeutics | 5 | $106.32 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 5 | $100.89 | |
| Novo Nordisk Inc | 5 | $90.08 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,236
Patients
443
Total drug cost
$778,094
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 173 | 50 | $249,694 |
| Metformin Hcl Er (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 165 | 64 | $1,859 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 131 | 47 | $5,665 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 105 | 43 | $1,641 |
| Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle (Pen Needle, Diabetic) | Brand | 102 | 54 | $12,560 |
| Trulicity (Dulaglutide) | Brand | 80 | 17 | $107,071 |
| Toujeo Max Solostar (Insulin Glargine,hum.Rec.Anlog) | Brand | 69 | 21 | $72,813 |
| Xultophy 100-3.6 (Insulin Degludec/Liraglutide) | Brand | 58 | 17 | $100,643 |
| Fiasp Flextouch (Insulin Aspart (Niacinamide)) | Brand | 57 | 24 | $48,926 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 53 | 22 | $679 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Erica Hightower's medical specialty?
Dr. Erica Hightower practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Erica Hightower practice?
Dr. Erica Hightower practices at 13333 Dotson RD Ste 220, Houston, TX 770704305. Office phone: 2812515234.
What is Dr. Erica Hightower's NPI?
Dr. Erica Hightower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629198726, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Erica Hightower accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Erica Hightower accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Erica Hightower commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report (HCPCS 95251); Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.