Summary

Dr. Stuart Higano is a cardiovascular specialist with 42 years of experience treating heart conditions and performing interventional cardiology procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and focuses on cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology, and cardiovascular surgery. Dr. Higano speaks English.

Dr. Higano practices at BJC Medical Group Cardiology in Saint Louis, Missouri, and maintains hospital privileges at Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital. He treats patients with arrhythmias, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. His expertise includes managing congestive heart failure and chronic chest pain. Dr. Higano performs EKGs, echocardiography, and stress testing to diagnose heart problems. He also uses advanced monitoring techniques like Holter monitoring and implanted loop recorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 42 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Massachusetts Medical School
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

BJC Medical Group Cardiology

3023 N Ballas Rd Ste 200Saint Louis, MO 63131
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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Stuart Higano, MDDr. Kunal Gurav, MDDr. Sharon Cresci, MDDr. Justin Chin-Hung Chen, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
42 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Marathi
Saint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MO
Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School Med School: SETH GS MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stuart Higano

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthNow
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Stuart Higano has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stuart Higano has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Chest Pain (Angina)
  • Constrictive Pericarditis
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Catheterization
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Obesity
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Stuart Higano holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Massachusetts Medical School in 1984.

NPI Number

Stuart Higano's NPI number is 1114998978.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Stuart Higano accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Stuart Higano accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Stuart Higano accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Stuart Higano has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Stuart Higano speak?
Stuart Higano speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Higano?
You can find contact information for Stuart Higano here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Stuart Higano affiliated with?
Stuart Higano is affiliated with Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital.

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