Dr. Stephen Hightower

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 43+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Stephen Hightower, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Temple, Texas. He attended and graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1982, having over 43 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Scott & White Memorial Hospital, Scott & White Hospital-Round Rock, Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Stephen Hightower also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Presbyterian Healthcare Services. Dr. Stephen Hightower may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Stephen Hightower at 1605 S 31st St to request Dr. Stephen Hightower the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1605 S 31st St
Temple, TX 76504-0001
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Stephen Hightower
Gender Male
PECOS ID 0143313031
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Geriatric Medicine

Experience

  • Over 43 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. Stephen Hightower attended and graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1164516548
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He 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 - 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Stephen Hightower

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Stephen Hightower has been primarily specialized in Geriatric Medicine for over 43 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
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    Geriatric Medicine
    An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
  • 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

  • Presbyterian Healthcare Services


Practice Locations

1605 S 31st St
Temple, TX 76504-0001
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


2401 S 31st St
Temple, TX 76508-0001
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 Wednesday, July 23, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, April 13, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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