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Dr. Nicole Higgins, MD

Dr. Nicole Higgins, MD

Anesthesiologist

Chicago, IL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higgins, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Nicole Higgins, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Higgins graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (312) 695-0061.

    Where did Dr. Higgins go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: McGaw Medical Center/Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | Northwestern McGaw/Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    • Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Higgins board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Higgins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Second-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Moderate vaginal tear
    • Second degree tear after birth
    • Perineal muscle tear
    • Minor vaginal tear
    • Superficial perineal laceration
    • First degree tear after birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O701: Second degree perineal laceration during delivery
    • O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery

    Also known as:

    • Weak Labor Contractions
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Ineffective Contractions
    • Uterine Inertia
    • Hypotonic Uterine Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O620: Primary inadequate contractions

    Also known as:

    • High Vaginal Tear During Childbirth
    • Postpartum Care
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Vaginal Laceration
    • Obstetric Vaginal Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O714: Obstetric high vaginal laceration alone

    Also known as:

    • Breech Presentation
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Baby is Breech
    • Feet First Birth
    • Bottom First Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O321XX0: Maternal care for breech presentation, not applicable or unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Higgins may include:

    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 (312) 695-0061 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Higgins in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    2304 Nwmff Prent Wmn Hosp

    250 E Superior St # 2304

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 695-0061

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    Dr. Nicole Higgins' Practice 2

    675 N Saint Clair St

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What hospitals are Dr. Higgins affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Higgins has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL
    Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL

    What is Dr. Higgins's NPI number?A 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 1982801841.

    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. Nicole Higgins's specialty?

    Dr. Higgins is an Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Nicole Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Nicole Higgins accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Nicole Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicole Higgins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office at (312) 695-0061 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicole Higgins?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office at (312) 695-0061 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    Dr. Higgins' office is located in Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Higgins have?

    Dr. Nicole Higgins is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.