Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham, DO
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Princeton, WV
- NPI 1154841872
- Accepts Medicare
- 4 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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311 Courthouse RD
Princeton, WV 247402421
(304) 487-2297
fax (304) 487-4802
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 23, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2022 — 4 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- West Virginia #3843 · Michigan #5101023487
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154841872. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
854
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$97,134
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 252 | 31 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 51 | $84 | |
27447 |
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee | 64 | 35 | $742 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 58 | 33 | $24 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 53 | 37 | $62 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 47 | 47 | $104 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 42 | 31 | $29 | |
73565 |
X-ray of both knees while standing | 40 | 33 | $35 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 40 | 40 | $153 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 30 | 13 | $30 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Princeton Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 50. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$65
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si-Bone, INC. | 2 | $33.43 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $18.17 | |
| Organogenesis INC. | 1 | $13.26 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
172
Patients
149
Total drug cost
$8,802
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 79 | 67 | $598 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 65 | 58 | $541 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 15 | 12 | $31 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 13 | 12 | $7,632 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Princeton, WV.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham practice?
Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham practices at 311 Courthouse RD, Princeton, WV 247402421. Office phone: 3044872297.
What is Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154841872, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Higinbotham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee (HCPCS 27447). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.