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Dr. Phillip Higginbotham

Guntersville, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higginbotham, Family Medicine Specialist in Guntersville, AL?

    Dr. Phillip Higginbotham is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Guntersville, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Higginbotham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higginbotham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higginbotham’s office at (205) 838-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Higginbotham speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Higginbotham treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Higginbotham 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. Higginbotham. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD with Lung Infection
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • COPD Flare-up
    • COPD with Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J440: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) lower respiratory infection

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Bowel Blockage
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction
    • Crohn's Colitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Large Intestine Crohn's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K50112: Crohn's disease of large intestine with intestinal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Which procedures does Dr. Higginbotham perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Phillip Higginbotham may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office.

    Does Dr. Higginbotham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Higginbotham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 838-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higginbotham accept in Guntersville, AL?

    Dr. Higginbotham in Guntersville, AL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Higginbotham's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Higginbotham's Primary Practice

    8000 AL Highway 69

    Guntersville, AL 35976

    (205) 838-6000

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    Dr. Phillip Higginbotham's Practice 2

    2152 Old Springville Rd

    Center Point, AL 35215

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    What is Dr. Higginbotham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Higginbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215598537.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higginbotham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higginbotham

    What is Dr. Phillip Higginbotham's specialty?

    Dr. Higginbotham is a Family Medicine Specialist near Guntersville, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Higginbotham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Phillip Higginbotham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higginbotham is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital, Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Phillip Higginbotham accepting new patients in Guntersville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Higginbotham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phillip Higginbotham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office at (205) 838-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Higginbotham?

    Please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office at (205) 838-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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