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Dr. Mark Higgins, MD

Dr. Mark Higgins, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

College Station, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Higgins, Family Medicine Specialist in College Station, TX?

    Dr. Mark Higgins, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in College Station, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Higgins graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Family Medicine. 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 (979) 691-3527.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Family Medicine | Memorial Southwest Hospital | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

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

    Yes, Dr. Mark Higgins, MD 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Higgins may include:

    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 (979) 691-3527 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in College Station, TX?

    Dr. Higgins in College Station, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    Baylor Scott And White Clinic Colle

    1700 University Dr E

    College Station, TX 77840

    (979) 691-3527

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    Msarm277

    1605 S 31st St Baylor Scott And White Center For Dia

    Temple, TX 76508

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    Baylor Scott And White Clinic Navas

    8264 Highway 6 Loop

    Navasota, TX 77868

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    What is Dr. Higgins's NPI number?A 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 1043270648.

    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. Mark Higgins's specialty?

    Dr. Higgins is a Family Medicine Specialist near College Station, TX.

    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 Dr. Mark Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station 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

    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 Dr. Mark Higgins accepting new patients in College Station, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Higgins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office at (979) 691-3527 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Higgins?

    Please contact Dr. Higgins' office at (979) 691-3527 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?

    Dr. Higgins' offices are located in College Station, TX, Temple, TX, and Navasota, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Higgins have?

    Dr. Mark Higgins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.