CHRISTOPHER JAMES HIGGINS MD
NPI 1417123274
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Tulsa, OK

Active since May 01, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
78.73/100
CMS Quality Rating
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 320, TULSA, OK 74145(918) 496-8499 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Christopher James Higgins Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER JAMES HIGGINS MD (NPI 1417123274) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Tulsa, Oklahoma, licensed in Oklahoma (29291) and active in the NPI registry since May 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Northeastern Health System, and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417123274
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER JAMES HIGGINSCredential: MD
Location Address7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 320Tulsa, OK 74145
Mailing Address7912 E 31st Court, Suite 320Tulsa, OK 74145 · (918) 496-8499
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMay 1, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 2014
✔ NPI 1417123274 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in OK · 29291✔ Licensed in TX · N3727
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 29291 (OK), N3727 (TX)
7912 E 31ST CT, Tulsa, OK 74145

Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN296072YTBY
Medicaid200435130AOK

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Christopher James Higgins 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 ID143462754
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130812000323
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

7

Medicare enrollment records show Christopher Higgins reassigns Medicare billing to 7 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Interventional Cardiology
7912 E 31ST CT STE 320
Tulsa, OK 74145
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
6161 S YALE AVE
Tulsa, OK 74136
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 98 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Practice
6600 S YALE AVE, SUITE 1400
Tulsa, OK 74136
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 1,144 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
10501 E 91ST ST
Tulsa, OK 74133
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 43 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
2408 E 81ST ST, STE 900
Tulsa, OK 74137
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
300 ROCKEFELLER DR
Muskogee, OK 74401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 66 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
735 N FOREMAN ST
Vinita, OK 74301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Oklahoma enrollment
  • 45 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 45

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.

Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes 99152
This procedure involves a doctor administering a medication to reduce your consciousness during a procedure. This helps in managing discomfort and anxiety. The initial application lasts for 15 minutes and is for individuals aged 5 years or older.
586 services462 patients
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
400 services370 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
254 services234 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
247 services229 patients
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 93880
An ultrasound of the head and neck blood flow is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of blood vessels. It helps detect abnormalities like blockages or clots, ensuring optimal blood flow.
231 services230 patients
Evaluation of cardiac rhythm monitor system, remote up to 30 days 93298
This procedure involves remotely monitoring your heart rhythm for up to 30 days. A small device will record your heart's activity, which can be accessed by your healthcare team. This aids in diagnosing any irregularities or issues with your heart function.
217 services62 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Northeastern Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Tahlequah, OK
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number370089
Location1400 East Downing StreetTahlequah, OK 74465 · Cherokee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Saint Francis Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370091
Location6161 South YaleTulsa, OK 74136 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension St John Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number370114
Location1923 South Utica AvenueTulsa, OK 74104 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hillcrest Hospital South

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number370202
Location8801 South 101st East AvenueTulsa, OK 74133 · Tulsa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Tulsa, OK
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipPhysician
CMS Certification Number370210
Location2408 East 81st Street, Suite 300Tulsa, OK 74137 · Tulsa County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 74145 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
$123.06 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $162.61
Typical copayment $30.76 (range $13.25 – $40.65)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.48 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $132.40
Typical copayment $16.62 (range $4.17 – $33.10)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

78.73/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost29.11

Reported Quality Measures

Appropriate Use of DXA Scans in Women Under 65 Years Who Do Not Meet the Risk Factor Profile for Osteoporotic Fracture
Lower rates are better for this measure.
0%345 patients
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
100%24 patients5/55-star benchmark: 87%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
84%1,701 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
77%4,949 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
96%1,828 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
94%3,138 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 99% · 1,796 patients
Patients screened: 99% · 1,796 patients
100%130 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 1,913 patients
Patients totalRate: 1% · 1,913 patients
1%1,913 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

Family Medicine
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 220
TULSA, OK 74145
Family Medicine
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 200
TULSA, OK 74145
Obstetrics & Gynecology
7912 E 31ST CT, STE 300
TULSA, OK 74145
Family Medicine
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 200
TULSA, OK 74145
Dentist (General Practice)
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 120
TULSA, OK 74145
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 320
TULSA, OK 74145
Pediatrics
7912 E 31ST CT
TULSA, OK 74145
Specialist
7912 E 31ST CT, SUITE 320
TULSA, OK 74145

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 Christopher Higgins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Higgins is 1417123274. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 1, 2008.

Where is Christopher Higgins located?

Christopher Higgins practices at 7912 E 31st Ct Suite 320, Tulsa, OK 74145. The listed phone number is (918) 496-8499.

What is Christopher Higgins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Christopher Higgins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Higgins 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Christopher Higgins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Christopher Higgins reassigns Medicare benefits to 7 organizations: Tulsa Heart Specialists, PLLC (Tulsa, OK), Saint Francis Hospital, Inc. (Tulsa, OK), Warren Clinic Inc (Tulsa, OK), Saint Francis Hospital South LLC (Tulsa, OK), Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, LLC (Tulsa, OK) and 2 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Christopher Higgins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Christopher Higgins accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 2 other insurers list Christopher Higgins 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 Christopher Higgins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Higgins is affiliated with Northeastern Health System, Saint Francis Hospital, Inc, Ascension St John Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South and Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, LLC.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Higgins was last updated on April 17, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years 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.