Daniel Smith Higginson, M.D.
Daniel Smith Higginson is a Radiation Oncology Radiology specialist based in New York, NY with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daniel Smith Higginson, M.D. has practiced radiology for 19+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (class of 2007), he has been practicing for over 19 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, cancer, and hypertension (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 80.17/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 17% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3989dNPPES updated 2015-06-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202380.17/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
199
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 High Cholesterol, Cancer, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 2007
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
19 years in practice
Experienced
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Taxonomy: 2085R0001X
Education & Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Virtual Radiation Oncology Care With Daniel Smith Higginson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel Smith Higginson for cholesterol management, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to New York 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 Daniel Smith Higginson
NPI records show Dr. Higginson as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (646) 888-3630.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1275 York Ave # 22, New York, NY 10065-6007
Mailing Address
1275 York Ave # 22, New York, NY 10065-6007
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