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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higbie, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Victoria Higbie, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Higbie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higbie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higbie’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Higbie speak?
Dr. Higbie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Higbie typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Higbie 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. Higbie. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Higbie typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Victoria Higbie may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Higbie's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Higbie accept my insurance?
Dr. Higbie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higbie accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Higbie in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higbie's office located?
Dr. Victoria Higbie's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
What is Dr. Higbie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higbie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639559610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higbie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higbie
What is Dr. Victoria Higbie's specialty?
Dr. Higbie is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Victoria Higbie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higbie is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer 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
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Is Victoria Higbie accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Victoria Higbie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victoria Higbie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higbie's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victoria Higbie?
Please contact Dr. Higbie's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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