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Dr. James Higgins, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.7 (30)
Map Pin Small Baltimore, MD
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Higgins, MD

Dr. James Higgins, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Baltimore, MD. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital. Dr. Higgins, completed a residency at Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester. Patients rated Dr. Higgins an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Higgins works at 3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200 in Baltimore, MD. They frequently treat conditions like Limb Pain, Joint Pain and Trigger Finger along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Higgins' Office Locations

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    3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200
    3333 N Calvert St Ste 200, Baltimore, MD 21218 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (410) 235-5405

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  • Medstar Union Memorial Hospital

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Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytrens Contracture
Ganglion Cyst
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Wrist Fracture
Broken Arm
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteophyte of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Avascular Necrosis
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Dentofacial Anomalies
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
TMJ
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Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Arm Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Skin Lesion
Facial Reconstruction
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Skin and Tissue Reduction
Skin Grafts
Somatic Nerve Block
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    4.7
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    About Dr. James Higgins, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1144284357
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Union Memorial Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Strong Mem Hsp University Rochester
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
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    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery
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    Dr. James Higgins, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Higgins is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Higgins has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Higgins works at 3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200 in Baltimore, MD. View the full address on Dr. Higgins’s profile.

    Dr. Higgins has seen patients for Limb Pain, Joint Pain and Trigger Finger, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Higgins on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    30 patients have reviewed Dr. Higgins. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Higgins.

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