DentalNPI

Michael S Higgins

Dentist Anesthesiologist · Chicago, IL

Dentist AnesthesiologistsMore in IllinoisMedicare-enrolled

Federal data signals

Each tile cites its source. Empty signals are hidden — they are absent in the federal record, not negative ratings.

Years in practiceNPPES

48years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 1978 from OTHER.

Profile completeness

High

10 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

Measures how filled-in the federal record is — not clinical quality.

Methodology →
Practice footprintCMS

1locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

MIPS final score (2023)CMS QPP

87.09/ 100

46th percentile vs 177 dentists who report MIPS (median 89).

Only ~15% of US dentists report MIPS. Absence is not a negative signal — most don't bill enough Medicare to qualify.

Methodology →

Mailing address

809 S MARSHFIELD AVE, 9TH FLOOR MC 732
Chicago, IL 60612-4305

Address on file with NPPES for federal correspondence — may differ from the practice location above.

Credentials & training

Specialty
Dentist Anesthesiologist
Primary specialty (NPPES)
ANESTHESIOLOGY
Taxonomy
Dentist - Dentist Anesthesiologist
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Dentist Anesthesiologist
Taxonomy code
1223D0004X
Dental school
OTHER
Graduation year
1978

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No
Before you book

Five-minute checklist before you call

Federal data tells you a dentist exists and is enumerated. It does not confirm insurance acceptance, current availability, or office fit. Use this list when you call so the visit isn’t a surprise.

  1. Confirm insurance & out-of-pocket cost

    • “Do you accept my exact insurance plan? (give the carrier, plan name, and member ID)”
    • “Are you accepting new Illinois Medicaid patients right now?”
    • “What is the out-of-pocket cost I should expect for the type of visit I need?”
    • “If you are out of network for me, can you bill my insurer or only me?”

  2. Verify the dentist & availability

    • “Is Michael S Higgins the dentist who will see me, or another provider in the practice?”
    • “Are you accepting new patients? When is the next available appointment?”
    • “Will the same dentist handle follow-up visits, or rotate?”

  3. Verify the license yourself

    Search the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Dental license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Dental site →

  4. Match office services to your needs

    • “Do you offer emergency or same-day appointments? After-hours number?”
    • “What languages do your front desk and clinical staff speak?”
    • “Is the office wheelchair-accessible? Any accommodations available on request?”
    • “What sedation levels do you offer (nitrous, oral, IV, general anesthesia), and where is anesthesia administered?”
    • “Do you treat pediatric patients in this practice, or refer them to a pediatric dentist?”

Ready to call? Have your insurance card and a list of symptoms or visit reasons in front of you.

Call (866) 600-2273

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About dentist anesthesiologists

What is a dentist anesthesiologist?

A dental anesthesiologist provides anesthesia for dental procedures, typically for patients who can't tolerate care awake — young children, special-needs patients, or patients with severe dental phobia. They work with general dentists and specialists to provide IV sedation or general anesthesia in-office or hospital-based.

Training. After dental school, a dental anesthesiologist completes a 3-year accredited residency in anesthesiology. Board certification is through the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology.

More about dentist anesthesiologists
Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Michael S Higgins's NPI?
    Michael S Higgins has the National Provider Identifier 1023184181. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Michael S Higgins accept Medicare?
    Yes. Michael S Higgins is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Michael S Higgins accept Illinois Medicaid?
    We do not have a verified Illinois Medicaid acceptance signal for Michael S Higgins. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Illinois Medicaid provider directory at https://hfs.illinois.gov/.
  • How do I verify Michael S Higgins's dental license?
    Use the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Dental license-lookup at https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/dentists.html. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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Public data sources

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