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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oberg-Higgins, Hospitalist in Rockport, ME?
Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Rockport, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Oberg-Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oberg-Higgins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oberg-Higgins’s office at (843) 706-9955.
What languages does Dr. Oberg-Higgins speak?
Dr. Oberg-Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Oberg-Higgins treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Oberg-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. Oberg-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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Oberg-Higgins perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oberg-Higgins' office.
Does Dr. Oberg-Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Oberg-Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 706-9955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oberg-Higgins accept in Rockport, ME?
Dr. Oberg-Higgins in Rockport, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Oberg-Higgins' office located?
Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins' Primary Practice
6 Glen Cove Dr
Rockport, ME 04856
(843) 706-9955
What is Dr. Oberg-Higgins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oberg-Higgins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780684407.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oberg-Higgins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oberg-Higgins
What is Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Oberg-Higgins is a Hospitalist near Rockport, ME. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Oberg-Higgins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oberg-Higgins is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Barbara Oberg-Higgins accepting new patients in Rockport, ME?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Oberg-Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oberg-Higgins's office at (843) 706-9955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Oberg-Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Oberg-Higgins's office at (843) 706-9955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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