Summary

Dr. Alissa Higinbotham is a neurologist who specializes in treating disorders of the nervous system. She earned her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in 2022, followed by a fellowship at the same institution in 2023. With 12 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Higinbotham brings extensive knowledge to her neurology practice. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Higinbotham practices at UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic and UVA Health University Medical Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. She focuses on treating movement disorders including Parkinson's disease and essential tremor, as well as managing extrapyramidal symptoms that affect muscle control and movement. Her treatment approaches include Botox injections for movement disorders, physical therapy coordination, and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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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
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Alissa S Higinbotham has 2 locations

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

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

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4.9 
12 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati Speaks English
Charlottesville , VATampa , FLNew York , NYPortland , OR
Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Alissa S Higinbotham has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Alissa S Higinbotham holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in 2023.

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in 2022 and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in 2019.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2018 and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in 2014.

NPI Number

Alissa S Higinbotham's NPI number is 1700382629.

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Alissa Higinbotham's office is located at 1221 Lee St. 4th Floor, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
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