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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higgins, Anatomic Pathologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sara Higgins, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (617) 414-4291.
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Higgins may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Higgins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4291 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Higgins in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
Dr. Sara Higgins' Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-4291
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 1366861064.
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. Sara Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Anatomic Pathologist near Boston, MA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Sara Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Emerson Health 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sara Higgins accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (617) 414-4291 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (617) 414-4291 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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