4.1
12 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Higgins is a gastroenterologist specializing in pediatric care with 38 years of experience treating digestive conditions in children. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Higgins speaks English and brings nearly four decades of expertise to his practice.
Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Covenant Health System and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Lubbock, Texas, including Covenant Children's Hospital and Cook Children's Gastroenterology. His practice focuses on helping children with growth challenges such as failure to thrive and poor weight gain. He also provides specialized care for complex conditions including numerical chromosome abnormalities and performs diagnostic procedures like kidney transplant biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Higgins 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Higgins is affiliated with Covenant Health System and sees patients at multiple locations throughout Lubbock, Texas, including Covenant Children's Hospital and Cook Children's Gastroenterology. His practice focuses on helping children with growth challenges such as failure to thrive and poor weight gain. He also provides specialized care for complex conditions including numerical chromosome abnormalities and performs diagnostic procedures like kidney transplant biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Higgins 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Vern Higgins has 5 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Lubbock , TX | SACRAMENTO , CA | Little Rock , AR | SACRAMENTO , CA |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University | Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing | Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Vern Higgins
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Vern Higgins has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Vern Higgins has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Texas, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Medical School
Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. James Higgins speak?
- Dr. James Higgins speaks English.
- Where is Dr. James Higgins's office located?
- Dr. James Higgins's office is located at 3615 19th St, Lubbock, TX, 79410.
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- Dr. James Higgins has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Higgins affiliated with?
- Dr. James Higgins is affiliated with Covenant Health System.
- Does Dr. James Higgins accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Higgins accepts on their Vitals profile.
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