LAURICE EDUALAINE TUDAS HIGHAM MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
NPI 1619675576
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Cedar Rapids, IA

Q: What is Laurice Edualaine Higham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurice Edualaine Higham is 1619675576. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2023.

Q: What is Laurice Edualaine Higham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Active since February 21, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

830 4TH AVE SE STE 1, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403(319) 363-8121 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 9, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 9, 2023, Feb 21, 2023 (2 updates tracked since 2023).

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About Laurice Edualaine Tudas Higham Msn, Arnp, Fnp-c NPPES

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

LAURICE EDUALAINE TUDAS HIGHAM MSN, ARNP, FNP-C (NPI 1619675576) is an individual family provider in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (134165) and active in the NPI registry since February 2023. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2022).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619675576

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X

Provider Legal NameLAURICE EDUALAINE TUDAS HIGHAMCredential: MSN, ARNP, FNP-C

Location Address830 4TH AVE SE STE 1Cedar Rapids, IA 52403-2445

Mailing Address830 4th Ave Se Ste 1Cedar Rapids, IA 52403-2445

Phone(319) 363-8121

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2022

Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2023

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 9, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 9, 2023

✔ NPI 1619675576 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LF0000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · 134165

830 4TH AVE SE STE 1, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Laurice Edualaine Tudas Higham Msn, Arnp, Fnp-c 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 ID5092170787

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230502003048

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 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 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.

78 services52 patients

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.

59 services47 patients

Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439

An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.

30 services30 patients

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127

Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.

18 services13 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160045

Location1026 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 · Linn County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52403 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

$81.84 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.05 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)

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

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

PHILLY MARIE WALL P.A.

Physician Assistant

830 4TH AVE SE STE 1
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52403

Linn County (319) 363-8121

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 Laurice Edualaine Higham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laurice Edualaine Higham is 1619675576. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2023.

Where is Laurice Edualaine Higham located?

Laurice Edualaine Higham practices at 830 4th Ave SE Ste 1, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. The listed phone number is (319) 363-8121.

What is Laurice Edualaine Higham's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Laurice Edualaine Higham enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laurice Edualaine Higham 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 Laurice Edualaine Higham accept?

Health plans from Medica list Laurice Edualaine Higham 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 Laurice Edualaine Higham affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laurice Edualaine Higham is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laurice Edualaine Higham was last updated on March 9, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.