OLIVIA B HIGHTOWER MD
NPI 1528228541
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Gulfport, MS

Q: What is Olivia Hightower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Olivia Hightower is 1528228541. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2008.

Q: What is Olivia Hightower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Olivia Hightower was last updated on May 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.

Active since June 12, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

93.1/100

CMS Quality Rating

1340 BROAD AVE STE 330, GULFPORT, MS 39501(228) 575-1234(228) 865-3038 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 27, 2025, Dec 2, 2020, Sep 7, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Olivia B Hightower Md NPPES

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

OLIVIA B HIGHTOWER MD (NPI 1528228541) is an individual medical oncology provider in Gulfport, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (22634) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health Biloxi, and maintains a secondary practice location in New Orleans.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528228541

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X

Provider Legal NameOLIVIA B HIGHTOWERCredential: MD

Location Address1340 BROAD AVE STE 330Gulfport, MS 39501-2464

Mailing Address4500 13th StGulfport, MS 39501-2569 · (228) 575-2902 · Fax (228) 575-2917

Phone(228) 575-1234

Fax(228) 865-3038

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008

Enumeration DateJune 12, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateMay 27, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 27, 2025

✔ NPI 1528228541 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RX0202X

License✔ Licensed in MS · 22634

Definition

An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.

1340 BROAD AVE STE 330, Gulfport, MS 39501

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11514 Jefferson Hwy, BH 634New Orleans, LA 70121-2429 · Phone (601) 503-7824 · Fax (504) 842-4533

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Olivia B 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 ID7315180908

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130829000646

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 6

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.

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.

1,340 services504 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

495 services196 patients

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.

231 services68 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

92 services92 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

51 services47 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.

21 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Merit Health Biloxi

Acute Care Hospitals · Biloxi, MS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number250007

Location150 Reynoir StreetBiloxi, MS 39530 · Harrison County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Memorial Hospital At Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250019

Location4500 13th StreetGulfport, MS 39502 · Harrison County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Singing River Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pascagoula, MS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250040

Location2809 Denny AvenuePascagoula, MS 39581 · Jackson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Singing River Gulfport

Acute Care Hospitals · Gulfport, MS

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number250123

Location15200 Community RoadGulfport, MS 39503 · Harrison County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39501 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

$159.18 typical visit price

range $51.65 – $159.18

Typical copayment $39.79 (range $12.91 – $39.79)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$92.20 typical visit price

range $16.15 – $129.61

Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)

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.

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.

93.1/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored through an Alternative Payment Model

Quality

83.08

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$14.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers24 claims24 services$74.77 avg. paid by Medicare

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

4 suppliers49 claims3,038 services$0.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

2 suppliers16 claims16 services$17.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

4 suppliers24 claims24 services$17.78 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

3 suppliers29 claims29 services$11.34 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 6

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

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