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THOMAS R HIGHLAND M.D.
NPI 1588657167
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in Columbia, MO

Active since August 29, 2005PECOS Enrolled
84.75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 S KEENE ST, COLUMBIA, MO 65201(573) 443-2402(573) 443-0574 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Thomas R Highland M.d. NPPES

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

THOMAS R HIGHLAND M.D. (NPI 1588657167) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in Columbia, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (R2G84) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588657167
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X
Provider Legal NameTHOMAS R HIGHLANDCredential: M.D.
Location Address1 S KEENE STColumbia, MO 65201-7199
Mailing Address1 S Keene StColumbia, MO 65201-7199 · (573) 443-2402 · Fax (573) 443-0574
Phone(573) 443-2402
Fax(573) 443-0574
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 2012
✔ NPI 1588657167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XS0117X
License✔ Licensed in MO · R2G84
Definition
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.
Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License R2G84 (MO)
1 S KEENE ST, Columbia, MO 65201
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINA27992MO
Medicaid202298501MO
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified005010418MO

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Thomas R Highland M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Thomas Highland reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Columbia Orthopaedic Group, LLP
0.1 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery
1 S KEENE ST
Columbia, MO 65201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 110 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1851392542 (573) 443-2402

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 5

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 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.
276 services147 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
95 services72 patients
X-ray lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views bending views 72120
This procedure involves taking X-ray images of your lower and sacral spine in 2-3 different angles while you bend. It helps in assessing spinal flexibility and identifying any abnormalities or injuries. It's safe, quick, and usually painless.
51 services50 patients
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views 72040
An X-ray of the upper spine, with 2-3 views, is a painless procedure that employs a small amount of radiation to capture images of your neck and upper back. It assists in diagnosing conditions like arthritis, fractures, or spinal deformities.
24 services24 patients
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views 73502
An X-ray of the hip with 2-3 views is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce pictures of the hip joint. These images help in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The process is quick and painless.
21 services20 patients

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.

84.75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability85
Improvement Activities40
Cost76.68

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
80%1,680 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
84%709 patients4/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients screenedForUse: 32% · 358 patients
Patients tobacco: 26% · 358 patients
4%23 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Provide Patient Access
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician…
Patients 1: 3% · 754 patients
3%754 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of certified EHR technology to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in…
1%754 patients1/55-star benchmark: 99%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 1% · 373 patients
1%373 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.

ISAAC DODSON
Physician Assistant
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
RANDAL R TRECHA M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
TRISTON DALE BROWNFIELD R.PH.
Pharmacist
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 876-8410
DR. CHRISTOPHER D. FARMER M.D.
Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
COURTNEY LYNN KESSLER PA-C
Physician Assistant
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
MS. NICHOLE E ADAMS MED, ATC, LAT, OTC
Specialist/Technologist (Athletic Trainer)
1 S KEENE ST, COLUMBIA ORTHOPEDIC GROUP
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
DR. ABRAM JOHN ELSENRAAT M.D
Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402
ALAINA R DURK FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1 S KEENE ST
COLUMBIA, MO 65201
Boone County (573) 443-2402

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 Thomas Highland's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Highland is 1588657167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2005.

Where is Thomas Highland located?

Thomas Highland practices at 1 S Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201. The listed phone number is (573) 443-2402.

What is Thomas Highland's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Is Thomas Highland enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Highland is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Thomas Highland's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Thomas Highland reassigns Medicare benefits to Columbia Orthopaedic Group, LLP (Columbia, MO). The 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 Thomas Highland's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Highland was last updated on April 19, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.