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Who is Dr. Higgs, Medical Oncologist in Potsdam, NY?
Dr. Vetta Higgs, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Potsdam, NY. Dr. Higgs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgs’s office at (706) 320-8780.
What languages does Dr. Higgs speak?
Dr. Higgs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Higgs typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Higgs 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. Higgs. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Higgs typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vetta Higgs may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Higgs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Higgs accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 320-8780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgs accept in Potsdam, NY?
Dr. Higgs in Potsdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higgs' office located?
What is Dr. Higgs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higgs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851313993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higgs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higgs
What is Dr. Vetta Higgs's specialty?
Dr. Higgs is a Medical Oncologist near Potsdam, NY.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Vetta Higgs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Higgs 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
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Is Vetta Higgs accepting new patients in Potsdam, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vetta Higgs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vetta Higgs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgs's office at (706) 320-8780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vetta Higgs?
Please contact Dr. Higgs's office at (706) 320-8780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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