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DOMINIQUE MARIO OMAR HIGGINS MD
NPI 1518344373
Neurological Surgery in New York, NY

Active since April 30, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
525 E 68TH ST # 99, NEW YORK, NY 10065(646) 962-3539 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 19, 2026, Oct 21, 2022, Jun 24, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Dominique Mario Omar Higgins Md NPPES

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

DOMINIQUE MARIO OMAR HIGGINS MD (NPI 1518344373) is an individual neurological surgery provider in New York, New York, licensed in North Carolina (2022-02706) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unc Hospitals, and is a graduate of Mayo Medical School (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518344373
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDOMINIQUE MARIO OMAR HIGGINSCredential: MD
Location Address525 E 68TH ST # 99New York, NY 10065-4870
Mailing Address525 E 68th St # 99New York, NY 10065-4870 · (646) 962-3539
Phone(646) 962-3539
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSMayo Medical SchoolGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 30, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2026
✔ NPI 1518344373 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in NC · 2022-02706✔ Licensed in FL · ME150032
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
525 E 68TH ST # 99, New York, NY 10065
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida, UnitedHealthcare.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

Dominique Mario Omar 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 ID9830437482
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221031001350, I20260703000310
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Dominique Higgins reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Weill Medical College Of Cornell
Same address
Neurological Surgery
525 E 68TH ST
New York, NY 10065
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 980 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326088675 (212) 746-4684
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
387 mi
Neurological Surgery
2206 WILBORN AVE, SUITE ONE
South Boston, VA 24592
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 2,797 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407308703 (984) 974-1273
Firsthealth Of The Carolinas, Inc.
460 mi
Physical Therapy
2925 BEECHTREE DR STE 145
Sanford, NC 27330
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 151 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1245670298 (919) 774-1595

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 9

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
34 services14 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
27 services13 patients
Computer-assisted procedure inside brain 61781
A computer-assisted brain procedure uses advanced technology for precise navigation within the brain. A computer creates a 3D model of your brain to help the surgeon accurately target the area needing treatment, improving safety and effectiveness.
26 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
24 services19 patients
Removal of skull bone for removal of growth of upper brain 61510
This procedure, known as a craniotomy, involves removing a section of the skull to access the brain. It's performed to remove a growth in the upper brain. After the growth is removed, the bone is usually replaced. It's a common procedure for treating brain conditions.
19 services17 patients
Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, first growth 61796
Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. High-energy radiation beams are precisely targeted at the growth, destroying abnormal cells. This method is often used for the first growth, reducing risks associated with traditional surgery.
18 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Unc Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Chapel Hill, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number340061
Location101 Manning DriveChapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Pinehurst, NC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340115
Location155 Memorial DrivePinehurst, NC 28374 · Moore County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10065 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
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 18

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

MAURA LEIGH MCMANUS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (866) 426-7787
MICHAEL KAPLITT MD
Neurological Surgery
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (212) 746-4966
NATASHA KHARAS MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 420-0009
SHAAN DEEPAK SADHWANI DO
Orthopaedic Surgery
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (973) 477-2422
EMILY JUSTINE SVETLAK BICKEL DNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 962-3602
MAGGIE P YU
Nurse Practitioner
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (347) 993-5981
UMBERTO TOSI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 962-2500
KAYLA LAUREN EPSTEIN PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
525 E 68TH ST # 99
NEW YORK, NY 10065
New York County (646) 962-8383

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 Dominique Higgins's NPI number?

The NPI number for Dominique Higgins is 1518344373. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 30, 2015.

Where is Dominique Higgins located?

Dominique Higgins practices at 525 E 68th St # 99, New York, NY 10065. The listed phone number is (646) 962-3539.

What is Dominique Higgins's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Dominique Higgins enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Dominique 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 Dominique Higgins's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Dominique Higgins reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Weill Medical College Of Cornell (New York, NY), University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill (South Boston, VA) and Firsthealth Of The Carolinas, Inc. (Sanford, NC). 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 Dominique Higgins's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Dominique Higgins accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and UnitedHealthcare list Dominique 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 Dominique Higgins affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Dominique Higgins is affiliated with Unc Hospitals and Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Dominique Higgins was last updated on August 19, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.