CHARISSA DAWN HIGDON PA
NPI 1588827463
Physician Assistant in Jacksonville, FL

Active since July 09, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.62/100
CMS Quality Rating
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200, JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204(904) 384-2240(904) 486-2314 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 16, 2022, Apr 28, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Charissa Dawn Higdon Pa NPPES

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

CHARISSA DAWN HIGDON PA (NPI 1588827463) is an individual physician assistant in Jacksonville, Florida, licensed in Florida (PA9104613) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent's Riverside, and is a graduate of University Of Florida College Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588827463
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARISSA DAWN HIGDONCredential: PA
Location Address915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200Jacksonville, FL 32204-1149
Mailing Address915 W Monroe St, Suite 200Jacksonville, FL 32204-1149 · (904) 384-2240 · Fax (904) 486-2314
Fax(904) 486-2314
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 16, 2022
NPI 1588827463 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in FL · PA9104613
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

915 W MONROE ST, Jacksonville, FL 32204

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Charissa Dawn Gingerich Pa

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Charissa Dawn Higdon Pa 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 ID2163558529
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100325000284
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 4

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.
273 services194 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
261 services195 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
103 services103 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.
18 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Ascension St Vincent's Riverside

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100040
Location1 Shircliff WayJacksonville, FL 32204 · Duval County
Emergency services

Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville

Acute Care Hospitals · Jacksonville, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100088
Location800 Prudential DrJacksonville, FL 32207 · Duval County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension St Vincent's St Johns County

Acute Care Hospitals · St Johns, FL
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100361
Location205 Trinity WaySt Johns, FL 32259 · St. Johns County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 32204 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
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

91.62/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality77.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier21 claims22 services$215.70 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 20

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

Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 100
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Nurse Practitioner
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Dermatology
915 W MONROE ST, 101
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Physician Assistant
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Psychologist (Counseling)
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Nurse Practitioner
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Gynecologic Oncology)
915 W MONROE ST, #300
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204
Specialist
915 W MONROE ST, SUITE 200
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204

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 Charissa Higdon's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charissa Higdon is 1588827463. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2008. The provider is also known as Charissa Dawn Gingerich PA.

Where is Charissa Higdon located?

Charissa Higdon practices at 915 W Monroe St Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL 32204. The listed phone number is (904) 384-2240.

What is Charissa Higdon's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Charissa Higdon enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charissa Higdon 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.

What insurance does Charissa Higdon accept?

Health plans from AvMed list Charissa Higdon 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 Charissa Higdon affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Charissa Higdon is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent's Riverside, Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville and Ascension St Vincent's St Johns County.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charissa Higdon was last updated on August 16, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.