23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Higgins, Plastic Hand Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. James Higgins, MD is a Plastic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Higgins graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Union Mem Hosp, Surgery Of The Hand-Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Plastic Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, General Surgery. Dr. Higgins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Higgins’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Higgins’s office at (410) 235-5405.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Higgins?
Dr. James Higgins, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Hand Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Higgins empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Hand Deformities, Fractures, Microsurgery, Reconstructive Microvascular Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore/MD community, Dr. Higgins is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Higgins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Union Mem Hosp, Surgery Of The Hand-Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Plastic Surgery; Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, General Surgery | Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester | Union Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Higgins board certified as a Plastic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Higgins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Higgins speak?
Dr. Higgins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Higgins treat?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
Also known as:
- Kienbock's Disease
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis of the Lunate
- Lunate Osteonecrosis
- Wrist Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M931: Kienbock's disease of adults
Also known as:
- Scaphoid Fracture
- Fractures
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Scaphoid Bone
- Navicular Fracture
- Broken Wrist Bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S62001K: Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of right wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- S62002K: Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of left wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Trigger Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis
- Digital Tenosynovitis
- Finger Tendonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
- M65321: Trigger finger, right index finger
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
What procedures does Dr. Higgins perform?
As a Plastic Hand Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
- Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
- Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Additional Finger)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Hand Tumor Excision
- Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
- Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy', 'Finger Contracture Release Surgery', 'Dupuytren's Release (Finger)
- Ganglion Excision
- Wrist Cyst Surgery
- Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal
- Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
- Finger Contracture Release
- Z-plasty Finger
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
- 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);
- 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary
- 26125: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft); each additional digit (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hand and Forearm Cast Application
- Gauntlet Cast
- Wrist and Forearm Cast
- Hand Cast
- Lower Arm Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29085: Application, cast; hand and lower forearm (gauntlet)
Also known as:
- Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
- Removal of Wrist Bones (Carpectomy)
- Repair of Broken Wrist Bone (Non-Scaphoid)
- De Quervain's Release
- Wrist Tendon Decompression
- Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision
- Proximal row carpectomy
- Wrist bone excision
- Partial wrist fusion
- Carpal Bone Nonunion Repair
- Wrist Bone Fusion (Non-Scaphoid)
- Bone Graft for Wrist Fracture
CPT Codes:
- 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)
- 25215: Carpectomy; all bones of proximal row
- 25431: Repair of nonunion of carpal bone (excluding carpal scaphoid (navicular)) (includes obtaining graft and necessary fixation), each bone
Also known as:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
Also known as:
- Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
- Ganglion cyst removal hand
- Tendon sheath lesion excision
- Mucous cyst removal finger
CPT Codes:
- 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger
Also known as:
- Scaphoid Bone Non-Union Repair
- Navicular bone repair
- Wrist bone fusion
- Scaphoid fracture surgery
CPT Codes:
- 25440: Repair Of Nonunion, Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular) Bone, With Or Without Radial Styloidectomy (Includes Obtaining Graft And Necessary Fixation)
Also known as:
- External Fixation System Placement (Uniplane)
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Uniplane External Fixator
- Bone External Fixation
- External Frame for Bone Healing
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 20690: Application of a uniplane (pins or wires in 1 plane), unilateral, external fixation system
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Microvascular Bone Graft
- Vascularized Bone Graft
- Free Bone Flap Surgery
- Bone Graft with Blood Vessel Connection
CPT Codes:
- 20962: Bone graft with microvascular anastomosis; other than fibula, iliac crest, or metatarsal
Also known as:
- Finger Splint Application
- Static Finger Splint
- Finger Immobilization
- Finger Brace
CPT Codes:
- 29130: Application of finger splint; static
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
Also known as:
- Hand Tendon Transfer
- Carpometacarpal Tendon Transplant
- Dorsum of Hand Tendon Surgery
- Tendon Relocation in Hand
CPT Codes:
- 26480: Transfer or transplant of tendon, carpometacarpal area or dorsum of hand; without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Open Repair of Scaphoid (Wrist) Fracture
- Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
- Scaphoid fracture surgery
- Navicular bone fracture repair
- Wrist bone fixation
- Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
- Wrist Bone Fixation
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair
CPT Codes:
- 25628: Open Treatment Of Carpal Scaphoid (Navicular) Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed
- 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
Also known as:
- Wrist Joint Replacement
- Wrist Arthroplasty
- Artificial Wrist Joint
- Wrist Reconstruction Surgery
- Wrist Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 25332: Arthroplasty, wrist, with or without interposition, with or without external or internal fixation
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Dupuytren's Contracture
- Collagenase injection for Dupuytren's', 'Enzyme injection for hand contracture', 'Dupuytren's disease injection
CPT Codes:
- 20527: Injection, enzyme (eg, collagenase), palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's contracture)
Also known as:
- Hand Cord Manipulation After Enzyme Injection
- Dupuytren's cord manipulation', 'Enzyme injection for Dupuytren's
- Palmar fascia treatment
CPT Codes:
- 26341: Manipulation, palmar fascial cord (ie, Dupuytren's cord), post enzyme injection (eg, collagenase), single cord
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement with Tendon Transfer
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Wrist Joint Reconstruction
- Tendon Transfer for Hand Joint
CPT Codes:
- 25448: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Suspension, Including Transfer Or Transplant Of Tendon, With Interposition, When Performed
Also known as:
- Forearm Bone Shortening Surgery
- Radius Shortening Osteotomy
- Ulna Shortening Procedure
- Forearm Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 25390: Osteoplasty, radius OR ulna; shortening
Also known as:
- Finger or Toe Joint Fusion
- Interphalangeal Arthrodesis
- Digit Joint Fusion
- Finger Joint Surgery
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26860: Arthrodesis, interphalangeal joint, with or without internal fixation;
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Spinal Nerve Transection
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Spinal Nerve Avulsion
- Extradural Nerve Cut
- Nerve Root Sectioning
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Injection
- Arm Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Block
- Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
CPT Codes:
- 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Facial skin graft
- Hand skin graft
- Neck skin graft
- Genital skin graft
CPT Codes:
- 15240: Full Thickness Graft, Free, Including Direct Closure Of Donor Site, Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Axillae, Genitalia, Hands, And/Or Feet; 20 Sq Cm Or Less
Also known as:
- Direct Blood Vessel Repair in Arm/Hand
- Hand or Finger Blood Vessel Repair
- Upper Extremity Vascular Repair
- Arm Artery Repair
- Vein Repair Arm
- Vascular repair hand
- Finger artery repair
- Hand vein repair
- Direct vessel repair
CPT Codes:
- 35206: Repair blood vessel, direct; upper extremity
- 35207: Repair blood vessel, direct; hand, finger
Does Dr. Higgins accept my insurance?
Dr. Higgins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 235-5405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Higgins accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Higgins in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Higgins' office located?
Dr. James Higgins' Primary Practice
3333 N Calvert St Fl 2
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 235-5405
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 1144284357.
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. James Higgins's specialty?
Dr. Higgins is a Plastic Hand Surgeon near Baltimore, MD. A plastic surgeon with specialized training in the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures of the upper extremity that impact the form and function of the hand and wrist through medical, surgical, and rehabilitative methods. Contact Dr. Higgins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Higgins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial Hospital 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 James Higgins accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. James Higgins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Higgins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Higgins's office at (410) 235-5405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Higgins?
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Which board certifications does Dr. James Higgins have?
Dr. James Higgins is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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