4.1
12 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Higgins is a gastroenterology and pediatrics specialist who earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, bringing 38 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Higgins speaks English and focuses his expertise on caring for both adult and pediatric patients with digestive system disorders.
Dr. Higgins practices at multiple locations throughout Lubbock, Texas, including Covenant Health System and Covenant Children's Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating failure to thrive and poor weight gain in young patients. He also performs specialized procedures such as kidney transplant biopsies and nerve biopsies to help diagnose complex conditions. Patients have given Dr. Higgins an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Higgins practices at multiple locations throughout Lubbock, Texas, including Covenant Health System and Covenant Children's Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating failure to thrive and poor weight gain in young patients. He also performs specialized procedures such as kidney transplant biopsies and nerve biopsies to help diagnose complex conditions. Patients have given Dr. Higgins an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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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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| Dr. James Vern Higgins, MD | Rebecca Humphries, APRN | Brooke Holden, APRN | Dr. Zeid Karadsheh, MD |
| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Arabic, English |
| Lubbock , TX | SACRAMENTO , CA | Little Rock , AR | Pasadena , TX |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University | Med School: University of Central Arkansas | Med School: New York Medical College |
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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
- Where is Dr. James Higgins's office located?
- Dr. James Higgins's office is located at 3615 19th St, Lubbock, TX, 79410.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Higgins affiliated with?
- Dr. James Higgins is affiliated with Covenant Health System.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Higgins?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Higgins here on Vitals.
- Is Dr. James Higgins accepting new patients?
- Dr. James Higgins has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- 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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