Summary

Dr. Mark Hightower treats dysphagia, esophageal stricture, and Schatzki's ring, and performs soft tissue tumor excision, implanted access port placement, and fluoroscopy. He practices surgery in Brainerd, Minnesota.

Dr. Hightower earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and has 14 years of experience. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hightower 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Brainerd Clinic

2024 S 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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

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SurgerySurgeryOncologySurgery
Accepts New Patients
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14 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Brainerd , MNBrainerd , MNSaint Cloud , MNBrainerd , MN
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Chicago
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark Hightower

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Mark Hightower has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Mark Hightower holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Mark Hightower's NPI number is 1982959664.

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What languages does Mark Hightower speak?
Mark Hightower speaks English.
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  • State medical licensing boards

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