Summary

Dr. Alissa Higinbotham specializes in neurology, focusing on disorders of the nervous system and brain function. She earned her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in 2019 and 2022, followed by fellowship training at the same institution in 2023. With 12 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Higinbotham provides comprehensive neurological care. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Higinbotham practices at UVA Health University Medical Center and UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic in Charlottesville, Virginia. She treats patients with movement disorders including Parkinson's disease and mobility issues that cause limping. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy to improve function and strength training to build muscle coordination. Dr. Higinbotham also performs Botox injections to help manage muscle spasticity and movement symptoms. Patients rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.9.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 12 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Alissa S Higinbotham has 2 locations

UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

1221 Lee St. 4th FloorCharlottesville, VA 22903
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
12 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Charlottesville , VANew York , NYCleveland , OHCharlottesville , VA
Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alissa S Higinbotham

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alissa S Higinbotham has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center2023

Residency

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center2022
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center2019

Medical School

West Virginia University School of MedicineGraduated in 2018
Wake Forest Baptist Medical CenterGraduated in 2014

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