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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higgins, Podiatrist in New Braunfels, TX?
Dr. Kevin Higgins is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in New Braunfels, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (210) 657-2644.
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Higgins typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Higgins typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Higgins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
- Metatarsal Amputation
- Partial Foot Amputation
- Toe Removal with Metatarsal
CPT Codes:
- 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 657-2644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in New Braunfels, TX?
Dr. Higgins in New Braunfels, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
Dr. Kevin Higgins' Primary Practice
545 Creekside Xing Ste 218
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(210) 657-2644
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 1588645352.
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. Kevin Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Podiatrist near New Braunfels, TX.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Kevin Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Kevin Higgins accepting new patients in New Braunfels, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (210) 657-2644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Higgins?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (210) 657-2644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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