Dr. Michael Hightower
Obstetrics/Gynecology in Clyde, North Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 38+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Michael Hightower, MD, is an Obstetrics/Gynecology specialist in Clyde, North Carolina. He attended and graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1986, having over 38 years of diverse experience, especially in Obstetrics/Gynecology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Medwest Haywood. Dr. Michael Hightower also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Western Carolina Physician Network, Inc.. Dr. Michael Hightower accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (828) 452-5042 to request Dr. Michael Hightower the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Michael Hightower |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9931158623 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Obstetrics/Gynecology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 38 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Michael Hightower attended and graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1986.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1184752131
- NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, March 1, 2007
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Michael Hightower
Medical Licenses
Dr. Michael Hightower has been primarily specialized in Gynecology for over 38 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Obstetrics & Gynecology / Gynecology
| 2007-01581 | North Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Clyde, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Western Carolina Physician Network, Inc.
| Western Carolina Physician Network, Inc. | 6 |
Practice Locations
35 Facility Dr
Clyde, NC 28721-9438
Phone: (828) 452-5042
Fax: (828) 452-0703
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, December 18, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, October 3, 2012. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
Update Data guide.
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