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Who is Dr. Higgins, Family Medicine Specialist in Westchester, IL?
Dr. Donald Higgins, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Westchester, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Higgins completed his residency at LaGrange Memorial Hospital. 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 (708) 562-5430.
Where did Dr. Higgins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LaGrange Memorial Hospital
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Higgins board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Higgins, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Higgins may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (708) 562-5430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Westchester, IL?
Dr. Higgins in Westchester, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Group 1001
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
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 1548211956.
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. Donald Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Westchester, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Donald Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Higgins accepting new patients in Westchester, IL?
Yes, Dr. Donald Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (708) 562-5430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (708) 562-5430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Higgins have?
Dr. Donald Higgins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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