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Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham, MD

Santa Fe, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higginbotham, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Higginbotham completed her residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Higginbotham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higginbotham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higginbotham’s office at (505) 820-1482.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University Of Ne Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne

    Is Dr. Higginbotham board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Higginbotham speak?

    Dr. Higginbotham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higginbotham typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Higginbotham 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. Higginbotham. 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Higginbotham typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham may include:

    Please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Higginbotham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Higginbotham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 820-1482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higginbotham accept in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Higginbotham in Santa Fe, NM 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

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Higginbotham's office located?

    Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham's Primary Practice

    2019 Galisteo St Ste N9A

    Santa Fe, NM 87505

    (505) 820-1482

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    Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham's Practice 2

    708 La Joya St

    Espanola, NM 87532

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    What is Dr. Higginbotham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Higginbotham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861460446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Higginbotham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Higginbotham

    What is Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham's specialty?

    Dr. Higginbotham is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Fe, NM.

    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. Debra Kay Higginbotham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higginbotham is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Debra Kay Higginbotham accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office at (505) 820-1482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Debra Kay Higginbotham?

    Please contact Dr. Higginbotham's office at (505) 820-1482 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham have?

    Dr. Debra Kay Higginbotham is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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