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DR. WILLIAM JOHNSON HIGHTOWER MD
NPI 1790972404
Anesthesiology in West Bloomfield, MI

Active since September 26, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6777 W MAPLE RD, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGY, WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322(248) 325-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Dr. William Johnson Hightower Md NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM JOHNSON HIGHTOWER MD (NPI 1790972404) is an individual anesthesiology provider in West Bloomfield, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301095782) and active in the NPI registry since September 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790972404
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM JOHNSON HIGHTOWERCredential: MD
Location Address6777 W MAPLE RD, DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIOLOGYWest Bloomfield, MI 48322-3013
Mailing Address6777 W Maple Rd, Department Of AnesthesiologyWest Bloomfield, MI 48322-3013 · (248) 325-1000
Phone(248) 325-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateSeptember 26, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2015
✔ NPI 1790972404 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MI · 4301095782✔ Licensed in CA · A101039
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
6777 W MAPLE RD, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
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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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. William Johnson 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 ID3870785090
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210121000438
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 William Hightower reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Smg Anesthesia Specialists LLC
556 mi
Anesthesiology
2025 GLENN MITCHELL DR
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Virginia enrollment
  • 707 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518205004 (757) 507-1000

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 10

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
50 services50 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
21 services21 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
20 services20 patients
Anesthesia for retinal surgery 00145
Anesthesia for retinal surgery involves using medications to numb your eye and surrounding area. This prevents pain and discomfort during the procedure. You may also receive medication to help you relax. The anesthesia can be local (just your eye) or general (you're asleep).
17 services17 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Sentara Rmh Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisonburg, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490004
Location2010 Health Campus DriveHarrisonburg, VA 22801 · Harrisonburg City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Charlottesville, VA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490077
Location500 Martha Jefferson DriveCharlottesville, VA 22911 · Albemarle County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

IRB MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LLC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies (Oxygen Equipment & Supplies)
6777 W MAPLE RD, RM 60-01
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (248) 862-7214
MELISSA ANNE BARACH AGCNS
Clinical Nurse Specialist
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (989) 245-7466
ANNA CEDOZ CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (248) 325-1000
SAYEDUL ISLAM
Specialist/Technologist, Other (Surgical Assistant)
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (800) 653-6568
MADISON SOKOL MOT
Occupational Therapist
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (248) 325-3113
SARAH ANNE MATTAN PA
Physician Assistant (Medical)
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (800) 653-6568
JENNIFER LEE FRANKLIN M.D.
Emergency Medicine
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (843) 876-8023
NICOLE AURORA RADU-YAKOB CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
6777 W MAPLE RD
WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322
Oakland County (248) 661-4100

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 William Hightower's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Hightower is 1790972404. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 26, 2007.

Where is William Hightower located?

William Hightower practices at 6777 W Maple Rd Department Of Anesthesiology, West Bloomfield, MI 48322. The listed phone number is (248) 325-1000.

What is William Hightower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is William Hightower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. William 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for William Hightower's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), William Hightower reassigns Medicare benefits to Smg Anesthesia Specialists LLC (Virginia Beach, VA). 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 William Hightower's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is William Hightower affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, William Hightower is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center and Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Hightower was last updated on July 13, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.