DR. VETTA HIGGS M.D.
NPI 1851313993
Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology in Salem, OR

Q: What is Vetta Higgs's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vetta Higgs is 1851313993. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2006.

Q: What is Vetta Higgs's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Medical Oncology, with taxonomy code 207RX0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vetta Higgs was last updated on January 20, 2026. 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.

Active since July 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

875 OAK ST SE STE 4030, SALEM, OR 97301(503) 561-6444(503) 561-6440 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 20, 2026, Jan 3, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Vetta Higgs M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VETTA HIGGS M.D. (NPI 1851313993) is an individual medical oncology provider in Salem, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD228099) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1851313993

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RX0202X

Provider Legal NameDR. VETTA HIGGSCredential: M.D.

Location Address875 OAK ST SE STE 4030Salem, OR 97301-3984

Mailing Address875 Oak St Se Ste 4030Salem, OR 97301-3984 · (503) 561-6444 · Fax (503) 561-6440

Phone(503) 561-6444

Fax(503) 561-6440

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Alabama College Of MedicineGraduated 1996

Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 20, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 20, 2026

✔ NPI 1851313993 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RX0202X

Licenses✔ Licensed in OR · MD228099✔ Licensed in NC · 9701242✔ Licensed in GA · 072626

Definition

An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 9701242 (NC)

875 OAK ST SE STE 4030, Salem, OR 97301

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid5902305NC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cigna Healthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vetta Higgs M.d. 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 ID4880626647

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230103002731, I20251217000434

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Vetta Higgs reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Oregon Oncology Specialists, LLP

Same address

Hematology & Oncology

875 OAK ST SE, SUITE 4030
Salem, OR 97301

Reassigned Medicare billing, Oregon enrollment
35 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1013953025 (503) 561-6444

Caromont Medical Group Inc

2,269 mi

Family Medicine

305 W. COLLEGE AVE
Boiling Springs, NC 28017

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
673 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1205079290 (704) 434-2281

The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital Operating Corporation

2,326 mi

Multi-Specialty

501 N ELAM AVE
Greensboro, NC 27403

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
72 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1265589097 (336) 832-1100

Canton-Potsdam Hospital

2,327 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

50 LEROY STREET
Potsdam, NY 13676

Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
414 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1568548782 (315) 265-3300

Alamance Regional Medical Center, Inc.

2,343 mi

General Acute Care Hospital

1240 HUFFMAN MILL RD
Burlington, NC 27215

Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
384 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1326010273 (336) 538-8400

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 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.

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.

271 services136 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

152 services50 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

47 services31 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Vincennes, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number150042

Location520 S 7th StVincennes, IN 47591 · Knox County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Canton-Potsdam Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Potsdam, NY

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number330197

Location50 Leroy StreetPotsdam, NY 13676 · St. Lawrence County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Slhs Massena, Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Massena, NY

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number331322

Location1 Hospital DriveMassena, NY 13662 · St. Lawrence County

Emergency services

Salem Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Salem, OR

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number380051

Location890 Oak Street, SESalem, OR 97301 · Marion County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

West Valley Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Dallas, OR

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number381308

Location525 SE Washington StreetDallas, OR 97338 · Polk County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97301 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

$166.64 typical visit price

range $54.96 – $166.64

Typical copayment $41.66 (range $13.74 – $41.66)

Most-billed visit code 99205

Established Patient

$97.16 typical visit price

range $17.68 – $136.19

Typical copayment $24.29 (range $4.42 – $34.04)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg J8521

Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N

2 suppliers21 claims1,866 services$0.65 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512

Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$11.61 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.

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