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Dr. James Higgins, MD

Dr. James Higgins, MD

Anesthesiologist

Brick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higgins, Anesthesiologist in Brick, NJ?

    Dr. James Higgins, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brick, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Higgins graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Hackensack Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office.

    Where did Dr. Higgins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hackensack Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

    Is Dr. Higgins board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Higgins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?

    Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Higgins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Brick, NJ?

    Dr. Higgins in Brick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    Dr. James Higgins' Primary Practice

    425 Jack Martin Blvd

    Brick, NJ 08724

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    Dr. James Higgins' Practice 2

    7600 River Rd

    North Bergen, NJ 07047

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    What is Dr. Higgins's NPI number?A 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 1225067218.

    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. James Higgins's specialty?

    Dr. Higgins is an Anesthesiologist near Brick, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. James Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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

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    Is Dr. James Higgins accepting new patients in Brick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. James Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Higgins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Higgins?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    Dr. Higgins' offices are located in Brick, NJ and North Bergen, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Higgins have?

    Dr. James Higgins is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.