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DR. BRUCE CARTER HIGINBOTHOM M.D.
NPI 1336181593
Family Medicine in Abingdon, VA

Active since June 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
445 PORTERFIELD HWY, SUITE A, ABINGDON, VA 24210(276) 628-3144(276) 628-1571 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 12, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Bruce Carter Higinbothom M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BRUCE CARTER HIGINBOTHOM M.D. (NPI 1336181593) is an individual family medicine provider in Abingdon, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101054741) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1336181593
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BRUCE CARTER HIGINBOTHOMCredential: M.D.
Location Address445 PORTERFIELD HWY, SUITE AAbingdon, VA 24210
Mailing Address445 Porterfield Hwy, Suite AAbingdon, VA 24210 · (276) 628-3144 · Fax (276) 628-1571
Phone(276) 628-3144
Fax(276) 628-1571
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 12, 2008
✔ NPI 1336181593 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in VA · 0101054741
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

445 PORTERFIELD HWY, Abingdon, VA 24210
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Other Identifiers 6

Medicaid007610432VA
Medicare PINCO6336VA
Medicare PIN080007316VA
Medicare PIN493840VA
Medicare UPING34736VA
Medicaid005605008VA

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. Bruce Carter Higinbothom M.d. 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 ID3173649035
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100928001277
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

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
24 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bristol, TN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440012
LocationOne Medical Park BlvdBristol, TN 37620 · Sullivan County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Russell County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490002
Location58 Carroll StreetLebanon, VA 24266 · Russell County
Emergency services

Johnston Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Abingdon, VA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490053
Location16000 Johnston Memorial DriveAbingdon, VA 24211 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 24210 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
15 suppliers68 claims154 services$6.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers35 claims45 services$1.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers13 claims13 services$36.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers14 claims28 services$1.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers11 claims11 services$59.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
10 suppliers15 claims15 services$18.68 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MARY CAITLIN KELLEY ATC/L
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
445 PORTERFIELD HWY
ABINGDON, VA 24210
Washington County (276) 623-0153
DR. KEVIN SCOT COMBS D.O.
Internal Medicine
445 PORTERFIELD HWY, SUITE A
ABINGDON, VA 24210
Washington County (276) 628-3144
ABINGDON FAMILY HEALTHCARE, INC.
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
445 PORTERFIELD HWY, SUITE A
ABINGDON, VA 24210
Washington County (276) 628-3144

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bruce Higinbothom's NPI number?

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1336181593, enumerated as an "individual" on June 12, 2006.

Where is the provider located?

The provider is located at 445 PORTERFIELD HWY SUITE A ABINGDON, VA 24210 and the phone number is (276) 628-3144.

What is the provider's specialty?

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

What insurance does Bruce Higinbothom accept?

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Is Bruce Higinbothom affiliated with any hospitals?

Bruce Higinbothom is affiliated with: WELLMONT BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, RUSSELL COUNTY HOSPITAL and JOHNSTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.