4.6
13 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Lee Riggins treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and hypertension, and performs coronary artery bypass graft, minimally invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass surgery. He has practiced thoracic surgery for 51 years and is affiliated with Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Flowers Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center, and Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle.
He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and sees patients in Columbus, Mississippi; Dothan, Alabama; Gadsden, Alabama; and Alabaster, Alabama. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Riggins 4.62 out of 5.
He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and sees patients in Columbus, Mississippi; Dothan, Alabama; Gadsden, Alabama; and Alabaster, Alabama. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Riggins 4.62 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 51 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins has 5 locationsCardiovascular And Thoracic Surgery
255 Baptist Blvd Ste 401Columbus, MS 39705 Tel: (662) 244-2288
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 51 Years of Experience | 67 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
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| Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins holds an expired medical license in the states of Alabama and Mississippi.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1975.
NPI Number
Dr. Riggins' NPI number is 1659381291.
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- What languages does Dr. Lee Riggins speak?
- Dr. Lee Riggins speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Lee Riggins affiliated with?
- Dr. Lee Riggins is affiliated with Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Flowers Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center, and Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle.
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