Marcus T Higi, MD
Marcus T Higi is a Family Medicine specialist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Marcus T Higi, MD has practiced family medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 599dNPPES updated 2024-10-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4123 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1102
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.71%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
7.71% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
New Mexico avg: 84.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in New MexicoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
118
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
118
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,711
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $145k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
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, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$94 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Marcus T Higi's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
6800 Montgomery Blvd Ne Ste J, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1425
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Marcus T Higi
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Marcus T Higi for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Albuquerque 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 Marcus T Higi
NPI records show Dr. Higi as active with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 226-2300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Marcus T Higi
Practice Location
4123 Montgomery Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1102
Mailing Address
6800 Montgomery Blvd Ne Ste J, Albuquerque, NM 87109-1425
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