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STEPHEN ANTHONY HIGHTOWER M.D.
NPI 1972603371
Urology in Long Beach, CA

Active since September 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2888 LONG BEACH BLVD., SUITE #340, LONG BEACH, CA 90806(562) 595-6891(562) 490-7271 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Stephen Anthony Hightower M.d. NPPES

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

STEPHEN ANTHONY HIGHTOWER M.D. (NPI 1972603371) is an individual urology provider in Long Beach, California, licensed in California (G084688) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972603371
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208800000X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHEN ANTHONY HIGHTOWERCredential: M.D.
Location Address2888 LONG BEACH BLVD., SUITE #340Long Beach, CA 90806-1552
Mailing Address2888 Long Beach Blvd., Suite #340Long Beach, CA 90806-1552 · (562) 595-6891 · Fax (562) 490-7271
Phone(562) 595-6891
Fax(562) 490-7271
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateSeptember 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1972603371 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyUrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208800000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G084688
Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
2888 LONG BEACH BLVD., Long Beach, CA 90806
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPING87926CA
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW2431CA
MedicaidZZZ75909ZCA

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

Stephen Anthony Hightower 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 ID4981612280
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120316000653
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 28

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.

Detection test by nucleic acid for organism, amplified probe technique 87798
A nucleic acid detection test is a procedure to identify specific organisms in your body. This test uses an amplified probe technique, which magnifies the genetic material of the organism, making it easier to detect. It's a precise way to diagnose infections.
17,266 services508 patients
Detection test for candida species (yeast), amplified probe technique 87481
This test helps identify Candida, a type of fungus often present in the human body. An amplified probe technique is used, which enhances detection of the fungus in a sample. This method increases the accuracy of the test, helping to determine the best treatment.
6,640 services508 patients
Detection test by nucleic acid for multiple organisms, amplified probe(s) technique 87801
This is a test that identifies various microorganisms in your body using a method called amplified probe technique. It targets specific genetic material (nucleic acids) of the organisms, amplifying them for easy detection. This helps in diagnosing infections accurately.
3,985 services508 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.
1,856 services644 patients
Urinalysis using microscope 81015
Urinalysis with a microscope is a test that helps detect issues in your body. A small sample of your urine is examined under a microscope. This allows the detection of substances not visible to the naked eye, aiding in diagnosing various health conditions.
1,813 services650 patients
Leuprolide injectable, camcevi, 1 mg J1952
Camcevi, containing 1 mg of Leuprolide, is an injectable medication. It's used to manage certain health conditions by influencing hormone levels in your body. It's administered by a healthcare professional, usually once every month or as directed by your doctor.
1,345 services19 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90806 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

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.

Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N
3 suppliers12 claims2,994 services$1.48 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

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

GARY RAMELLI, M.D. A MEDICAL CORPORATION
Dermatology
2888 LONG BEACH BLVD., # 320
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
Los Angeles County (562) 432-3469

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 Stephen Hightower's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Hightower is 1972603371. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 25, 2006.

Where is Stephen Hightower located?

Stephen Hightower practices at 2888 Long Beach Blvd. Suite #340, Long Beach, CA 90806. The listed phone number is (562) 595-6891.

What is Stephen Hightower's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Urology with taxonomy code 208800000X.

Is Stephen Hightower enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Hightower was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.