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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higashi, Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ashley Higashi is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Higashi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higashi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higashi’s office at (602) 933-0777.
What languages does Dr. Higashi speak?
Dr. Higashi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Higashi treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Higashi 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. Higashi. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Higashi perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashley Higashi may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higashi's office.
Does Dr. Higashi accept my insurance?
Dr. Higashi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higashi accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Higashi in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Higashi's office located?
Dr. Ashley Higashi's Primary Practice
1111 E McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 933-0777
What is Dr. Higashi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higashi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215322607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higashi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higashi
What is Dr. Ashley Higashi's specialty?
Dr. Higashi is a Hospitalist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Higashi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashley Higashi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higashi is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Ashley Higashi accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ashley Higashi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashley Higashi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higashi's office at (602) 933-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashley Higashi?
Please contact Dr. Higashi's office at (602) 933-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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