Caitlin Marie Higgins, M.D.
Caitlin Marie Higgins is a Family Medicine specialist based in Knightdale, NC with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NC can see Caitlin Marie Higgins, M.D. in person in Knightdale or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (class of 2014), she has been practicing for over 12 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 57% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1839dNPPES updated 2021-05-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
6602 Knightdale Blvd Ste 202, Knightdale, NC 27545-6526
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.27%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina0.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.9%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
152
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
430
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,108
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $395k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Board certified · May 9, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine (Class of 2014)
Mailing address
2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200, Morrisville, NC 27560-8442
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Caitlin Marie Higgins
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Caitlin Marie Higgins for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Knightdale required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caitlin Marie Higgins
Dr. Higgins is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Knightdale, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 747-5270.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Caitlin Marie Higgins
Practice Location
6602 Knightdale Blvd Ste 202, Knightdale, NC 27545-6526
Mailing Address
2000 Perimeter Park Dr Ste 200, Morrisville, NC 27560-8442
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