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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Higgins, Pediatrician in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Shellee Higgins, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Higgins completed her residency at Carolinas Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (704) 717-2000.
Where did Dr. Higgins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Higgins board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Shellee Higgins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Higgins treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Incomplete Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Partial four-limb paralysis
- Incomplete tetraplegia
- Partial quadriplegia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8252: Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Higgins perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shellee Higgins may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higgins' office.
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 717-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Higgins in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Agelity
All Other Third Party
Alliance Behavioral Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
Dr. Shellee Higgins' Primary Practice
4435 Golf Acres Dr
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 717-2000
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 1639194335.
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. Shellee Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Pediatrician near Charlotte, NC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Higgins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shellee 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: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Shellee Higgins accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shellee Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shellee Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (704) 717-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shellee Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (704) 717-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shellee Higgins have?
Dr. Shellee Higgins is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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