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Who is Dr. Higgins, Dermatopathologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Alyssa Higgins, DO is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (205) 949-2806.
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Higgins treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Higgins 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. Higgins. 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm BCC
- Shoulder BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44619: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44729: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left lower limb, including hip
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Mole
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Other Eczema or Rash
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uncommon dermatitis
- Atypical eczema
- Skin inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- L308: Other specified dermatitis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Higgins perform as a Dermatopathologist?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alyssa Higgins may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higgins' office.
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 949-2806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Higgins in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Payment System (HPS)
Medicare
Other TPA
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
Dr. Alyssa Higgins' Primary Practice
3550 Independence Dr # 200
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 949-2806
What is Dr. Higgins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609306315.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higgins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higgins
What is Dr. Alyssa Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Dermatopathologist near Birmingham, AL. A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions. Contact Dr. Higgins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alyssa Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Higgins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Alyssa Higgins accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Alyssa Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alyssa Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (205) 949-2806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alyssa Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (205) 949-2806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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