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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higdon, Hospitalist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Patrick Higdon, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Higdon completed his residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine; Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Higdon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higdon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higdon’s office at (757) 398-4847.
Where did Dr. Higdon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine; Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Higdon board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Higdon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Higdon speak?
Dr. Higdon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Higdon treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Higdon 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. Higdon. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gangrene
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Higdon perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Patrick Higdon may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Higdon's office.
Does Dr. Higdon accept my insurance?
Dr. Higdon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 398-4847 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higdon accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Higdon in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Higdon's office located?
Dr. Patrick Higdon's Primary Practice
4330 Medical Dr Ste 500
San Antonio, TX 78229
(757) 398-4847
What is Dr. Higdon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Higdon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003812785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higdon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higdon
What is Dr. Patrick Higdon's specialty?
Dr. Higdon is a Hospitalist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Higdon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Higdon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higdon is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Patrick Higdon accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Higdon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Higdon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higdon's office at (757) 398-4847 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Higdon?
Please contact Dr. Higdon's office at (757) 398-4847 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Higdon have?
Dr. Patrick Higdon is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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