DR. JENNIFER TOME HIGA M.D.
NPI 1427378082
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Tacoma, WA

Q: What is Jennifer Higa's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jennifer Higa is 1427378082. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2010.

Q: What is Jennifer Higa's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jennifer Higa was last updated on August 17, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.

Active since June 07, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2202 S CEDAR ST STE 330, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 272-5127 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 17, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 17, 2022, Aug 6, 2018, Mar 17, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Jennifer Tome Higa M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JENNIFER TOME HIGA M.D. (NPI 1427378082) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60358503) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Multicare Auburn Medical Center, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427378082

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X

Provider Legal NameDR. JENNIFER TOME HIGACredential: M.D.

Location Address2202 S CEDAR ST STE 330Tacoma, WA 98405-2318

Mailing Address3209 S 23rd St Ste 203Tacoma, WA 98405-1602 · (253) 272-5127

Phone(253) 272-5127

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSNew York Medical CollegeGraduated 2010

Enumeration DateJune 7, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 17, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 17, 2022

✔ NPI 1427378082 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RG0100X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WA · MD60358503✔ Licensed in PA · MD464587

Definition

An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 244076 (MA)

2202 S CEDAR ST STE 330, Tacoma, WA 98405

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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1330 Brookline Ave, Deaconess 311Boston, MA 02215-5400 · Phone (617) 667-9600 · Fax (617) 667-9696

Location 21100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101-2756 · Phone (206) 223-2319 · Fax (206) 341-1405

Location 3333 Cottman AvePhiladelphia, PA 19111 · Phone (215) 214-1424 · Fax (215) 214-1425

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.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

Dr. Jennifer Tome Higa 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 ID5395970339

PECOS Enrollment IDI20131030000256

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

Medicare enrollment records show Jennifer Higa reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Washington Gastroenterology PLLC

Same address

Gastroenterology

2202 S CEDAR ST STE 330
Tacoma, WA 98405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
148 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1306364401 (253) 272-5127

Sea-Mar Community Health Center

0.7 mi

Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)

2121 S 19TH ST
Tacoma, WA 98405

Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
Medicare enrollment name: Sea Mar Community Health Centers
525 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1467864165 (253) 593-2144

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 8

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.

Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope 43239

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera, known as an endoscope, to examine the esophagus, stomach, and upper part of the small intestine. Small tissue samples are taken for further examination to help diagnose various conditions.

44 services41 patients

Review by radiologist of image from tube placement into bile duct using an endoscope 74328

This procedure involves a specialist, called a radiologist, examining an image taken during a tube placement into your bile duct. The tube is inserted with the help of a tool called an endoscope. This allows the doctor to check for any issues or abnormalities in your bile duct.

19 services17 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

19 services19 patients

Ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of esophagus using a flexible endoscope 43238

An ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of the esophagus involves using a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) to view your esophagus. An ultrasound device on the endoscope helps to guide a needle to take a small tissue sample for testing. This is a safe, minimally invasive procedure.

15 services15 patients

Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare 45385

This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to examine the large bowel. If any abnormal growths or polyps are found, a tool called a mechanical snare is used to remove them. This is a common method to prevent potential health issues.

15 services15 patients

Removal of stone or debris from bile or pancreatic duct using a flexible endoscope 43264

This procedure, called an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), involves using a flexible tube with a camera (endoscope) to locate and remove stones or debris from your bile or pancreatic duct. It's a non-surgical method to clear the ducts, enhancing your digestive health.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Multicare Auburn Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Auburn, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500015

Location202 North Division Street Plaza OneAuburn, WA 98001 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Puyallup, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500079

Location401 15th Avenue SEPuyallup, WA 98372 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500129

Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Capital Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Olympia, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500139

Location3900 Capital Mall Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502 · Thurston County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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

$130.99 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$100.78 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 11

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

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Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)