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Dr. Nancy Higgins, MD
Galloway, NJ
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Higgins, Pulmonologist in Galloway, NJ?
Dr. Nancy Higgins, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Galloway, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Higgins graduated from Rutgers and completed her residency at Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, 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: Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Rutgers
Is Dr. Higgins board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Higgins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nancy Higgins may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Higgins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Galloway, NJ?
Dr. Higgins in Galloway, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Clover Health Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
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 1164522652.
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. Nancy Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Pulmonologist near Galloway, NJ.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Nancy Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Higgins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center-Atlantic City Campus. 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nancy Higgins accepting new patients in Galloway, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Nancy Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nancy Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nancy Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nancy Higgins have?
Dr. Nancy Higgins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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