CHRISTOPHER HIGHTOWER NP
NPI 1649955873
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Eastman, GA

Active since June 15, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DR, EASTMAN, GA 31023(478) 220-8929(478) 341-0401 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Christopher Hightower Np NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER HIGHTOWER NP (NPI 1649955873) is an individual family provider in Eastman, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (APRN-NP278599) and active in the NPI registry since June 2023. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Dodge County Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649955873
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER HIGHTOWERCredential: NP
Location Address840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DREastman, GA 31023-6734
Mailing Address840 Professional Center DrEastman, GA 31023-6734 · (478) 374-7801 · Fax (478) 374-7878
Fax(478) 341-0401
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2023
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 14, 2025
NPPES CertifiedOctober 14, 2025
NPI 1649955873 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 GA · APRN-NP278599
840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DR, Eastman, GA 31023

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

Christopher Hightower Np 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 ID446604615
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230922000919
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 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.
49 services38 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.
22 services19 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
18 services12 patients
Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0442
An annual alcohol misuse screening is a 15-minute check-up to assess your drinking habits. It helps identify if you're consuming alcohol in a way that could harm your health. This is not a judgment, but a tool to promote your wellbeing.
13 services13 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.
12 services12 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Dodge County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Eastman, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110092
Location901 Griffin AveEastman, GA 31023 · Dodge County
Emergency services

Bleckley Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Cochran, GA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number111302
Location145 Peacock StreetCochran, GA 31014 · Bleckley County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31023 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
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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 3

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

Family Medicine
840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DR
EASTMAN, GA 31023
Family Medicine
840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DR
EASTMAN, GA 31023
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
840 PROFESSIONAL CENTER DR
EASTMAN, GA 31023

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 Christopher Hightower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Hightower is 1649955873. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2023.

Where is Christopher Hightower located?

Christopher Hightower practices at 840 Professional Center Dr, Eastman, GA 31023. The listed phone number is (478) 220-8929.

What is Christopher Hightower's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Hightower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Hightower 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 Christopher Hightower accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Christopher Hightower 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 Christopher Hightower affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Hightower is affiliated with Dodge County Hospital and Bleckley Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Hightower was last updated on October 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.