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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higer, Family Medicine Specialist in Mount Shasta, CA?
Dr. Deborah Ann Higer is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mount Shasta, CA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Higer graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed her residency at San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Higer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higer’s office at (530) 926-4556.
Where did Dr. Higer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Joaquin Gen Hosp, Family Medicine | San Joaquin Gen Hospital | San Joaquin General Hospital Program
Medical School: Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn | Florida International University, Miami, FL
Is Dr. Higer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Ann Higer is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Higer speak?
Dr. Higer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Higer 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. Higer. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Higer 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. Higer. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Small Mole Removal
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Skin Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11400: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Higer accept my insurance?
Dr. Higer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 926-4556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higer accept in Mount Shasta, CA?
Dr. Higer in Mount Shasta, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Higer's office located?
Dr. Deborah Ann Higer's Primary Practice
725 Pine St
Mount Shasta, CA 96067
(530) 926-4556
What is Dr. Higer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437245701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higer
What is Dr. Deborah Ann Higer's specialty?
Dr. Higer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mount Shasta, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Deborah Ann Higer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higer is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Deborah Ann Higer accepting new patients in Mount Shasta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Ann Higer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Ann Higer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higer's office at (530) 926-4556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Ann Higer?
Please contact Dr. Higer's office at (530) 926-4556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Ann Higer have?
Dr. Deborah Ann Higer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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