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DR. JOHN W HIGHTOWER MD
NPI 1306814231
Anesthesiology in Macon, GA

Active since March 08, 2006PECOS Enrolled
777 HEMLOCK ST, MACON, GA 31201(478) 633-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2026, Jan 20, 2026, Mar 2, 2022 (3 updates tracked since 2022).

About Dr. John W Hightower Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. JOHN W HIGHTOWER MD (NPI 1306814231) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Macon, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (040098) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306814231
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN W HIGHTOWERCredential: MD
Location Address777 HEMLOCK STMacon, GA 31201-2102
Mailing Address350 Hospital DrMacon, GA 31217-3838 · (478) 746-7577
Phone(478) 633-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1306814231 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 040098
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
777 HEMLOCK ST, Macon, GA 31201
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1400 Charter BlvdMacon, GA 31210-4831 · Phone (478) 745-8871
Location 2350 Hospital DrMacon, GA 31217-3838 · Phone (478) 746-7577

Other Identifiers 3

Other050041950GA · Palmetto Gba
Medicaid000658842BGA
Other572159GA · Bcbs Of Ga

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. John W Hightower Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5496731127
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040624001463
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
32 services27 patients
Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145
Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on skin of arms, legs, and front body 00400
Anesthesia for procedures on the skin of your arms, legs, and front body is a service that numbs the area being treated. This ensures you don't feel pain during procedures like biopsies, stitches, or minor surgeries. It's administered through a small injection or a topical cream.
11 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tift Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tifton, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110095
Location901 E 18th StreetTifton, GA 31793 · Tift County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LAUREN WAGNER D.O.
Pediatrics
777 HEMLOCK ST, MSC 42
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-7600
AMELIA CATHERINE LLERENA
Obstetrics & Gynecology
777 HEMLOCK ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-6701
JO BETH ROBERTS NP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
777 HEMLOCK ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-6706
RONALD KNIGHTS PHRAM. D.
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
777 HEMLOCK ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1434
MRS. DENA D MCKENNA PAAA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
777 HEMLOCK ST, MSC10
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-1000
LOWELL CLARK MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
777 HEMLOCK ST, MSC 83
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (478) 633-7140
RICHARD A SCHERER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
777 HEMLOCK ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (866) 507-5244
DEMETRA D MCGLOTHIN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
777 HEMLOCK ST
MACON, GA 31201
Bibb County (866) 507-5244

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is John Hightower's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Hightower is 1306814231. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2006.

Where is John Hightower located?

John Hightower practices at 777 Hemlock St, Macon, GA 31201. The listed phone number is (478) 633-1000.

What is John Hightower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is John Hightower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Hightower is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does John Hightower accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. list John Hightower as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is John Hightower affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Hightower is affiliated with Tift Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Hightower was last updated on July 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 days ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.