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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higgerson, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Renee Higgerson, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Higgerson graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Higgerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgerson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgerson’s office at (512) 324-0000.
Where did Dr. Higgerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Higgerson speak?
Dr. Higgerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Higgerson treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Higgerson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Higgerson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Asthma Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Which procedures does Dr. Higgerson perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Renee Higgerson may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higgerson's office.
Does Dr. Higgerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 324-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgerson accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Higgerson in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
DC 37
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Higgerson's office located?
Dr. Renee Higgerson's Primary Practice
4900 Mueller Blvd # C/O
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 324-0000
What is Dr. Higgerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higgerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285747717.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higgerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higgerson
What is Dr. Renee Higgerson's specialty?
Dr. Higgerson is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Austin, TX. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Higgerson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Renee Higgerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higgerson is affiliated with St. David's North Austin Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Renee Higgerson accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Renee Higgerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renee Higgerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgerson's office at (512) 324-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renee Higgerson?
Please contact Dr. Higgerson's office at (512) 324-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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