Provider records sourced from NPPES (CMS National Plan & Provider Enumeration System). Data current as of August 10, 2026.

Dr. John Patrick Higinbotham, OD

Individual provider Optometrist · NPI 1952465528

Dr. John Patrick Higinbotham, OD is an Optometry in Frederick, Maryland. Graduated from Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1992, 34 years ago. Practices as a sole proprietor and accepts Medicare assignment. Licensed in Maryland.

Years since qualifying
34
Trained at
Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Licensed in
MD
In the registry since
2006
What do these letters mean?
OD — Doctor of Optometry
An optometrist: examines eyes, prescribes glasses and contacts, and treats many eye conditions.

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Practice location Address checks out

1202 E Patrick St Ste 4
Frederick, MD 21701-3167
Phone: (301) 663-8858
Fax: (301) 663-8871
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Pin is approximate — placed at the ZIP-code centre, not the exact door.

Specialties & licences

Optometrist (primary) Taxonomy 152W00000X · Licence TA1174 (MD)

Record details

NPI number1952465528
Entity typeIndividual (Type 1)
GenderMale
Credentials OD
Sole proprietorYes
NPI enumeratedDecember 20, 2006
Last updated in NPPESFebruary 20, 2026
Certification dateFebruary 20, 2026
Mailing address1202 E Patrick St Ste 4, Frederick, MD 21701-3167

Medicare enrollment

From the CMS Doctors & Clinicians file — this clinician is enrolled in Medicare.

Medicare specialtyOPTOMETRY
Medical schoolPENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated 1992 (34 years in practice)
Accepts Medicare assignment Yes — accepts the Medicare-approved amount

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