Summary

Dr. James Higgins is a family medicine physician who brings 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from NY College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St. Joseph's Hospital. His extensive background in osteopathic medicine allows him to provide comprehensive primary care with a focus on treating the whole person. Dr. Higgins speaks English and serves patients throughout his community.

Based in East Islip, New York, Dr. Higgins is affiliated with South Shore University Hospital and practices at Primary PartnerCare Physicians. He treats a wide range of conditions including type 2 diabetes, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. His practice includes physical therapy services and routine blood work such as complete blood counts and general blood tests. Patients consistently rate Dr. Higgins highly, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 37 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Josephs Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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4.7 
37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
East Islip , NYSmithtown , NYSmithtown , NYEast Meadow , NY
Med School: NY College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James A Higgins

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - EPO
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Northwell Direct
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James A Higgins has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James A Higgins has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Josephs Hospital

Medical School

NY College of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Dr. James Higgins's office is located at 11 Carleton Ave, East Islip, NY, 11730.
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