Dr. Erica E Hightower

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 20+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Erica E Hightower, MD, is an Endocrinology specialist in Cypress, Texas. She attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 2004, having over 20 years of diverse experience, especially in Endocrinology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, North Cypress Medical Center. Dr. Erica E Hightower also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Diabetes Texas Pa. Dr. Erica E Hightower accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (281) 890-8588 to request Dr. Erica E Hightower the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 21212 Northwest Fwy
Cypress, TX 77429-5887

Phone 1: (281) 890-8588


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Erica E Hightower
Gender Female
PECOS ID 7618077827
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Endocrinology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 20 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Erica E Hightower attended and graduated from University Of Texas Medical School At Houston in 2004.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1629198726
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, March 30, 2007

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She does 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.
  • EHR - She does 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.
  • MHI - She does 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.
  • MOC - She 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. Erica E Hightower

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Erica E Hightower has been primarily specialized in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism for over 20 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Diabetes Texas Pa


Practice Locations

21212 Northwest Fwy
Cypress, TX 77429-5887
Phone: (281) 890-8588
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 Friday, November 17, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Erica E Hightower [NPI: 1629198726]Endocrinology, Internal Medicine