Summary

Dr. Deborah Higer specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all age groups. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed her residency training at San Joaquin General Hospital. With 36 years of medical experience, Dr. Higer has developed expertise in treating patients from infants to seniors in both routine and urgent care settings. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Higer practices at Mercy Medical Center Mount Shasta and maintains her primary office at Shasta Family Care in Mount Shasta, California. Her clinical focus includes managing high cholesterol in children and teenagers, as well as addressing obesity and weight management concerns in both pediatric and adult patients. She provides essential preventive care services including flu vaccinations, adult immunizations, and Hib vaccines. Patients have given Dr. Higer an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • San Joaquin General Hospital
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Deborah Ann Higer has 2 locations

Shasta Family Care

725 Pine StMount Shasta, CA 96067
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Mount Shasta , CALawrenceville , GAPlacentia , CABoca Raton , FL
Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Deborah Ann Higer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Deborah Ann Higer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Deborah Ann Higer has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Deborah Ann Higer holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at San Joaquin General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Higer's NPI number is 1437245701.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Deborah Higer speak?
Dr. Deborah Higer speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Deborah Higer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Deborah Higer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Deborah Higer's office located?
Dr. Deborah Higer's office is located at 725 Pine St, Mount Shasta, CA, 96067.
Is Dr. Deborah Higer accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Deborah Higer affiliated with?
Dr. Deborah Higer is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Mount Shasta.

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