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Dr. Michael Higgins, MD

Hip & Knee Orthopedics*
4.5 (33)
Map Pin Small Hampton, VA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Michael Higgins, MD

Dr. Michael Higgins, MD is an Orthopedic Hip & Knee Surgery Specialist in Hampton, VA. They specialize in Hip & Knee Orthopedics, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine and is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital and Riverside Walter Reed Hospital. Dr. Higgins, completed a residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Patients rated Dr. Higgins an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Higgins works at Practice in Hampton, VA with other offices in Suffolk, VA and Williamsburg, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Hip and Internal Derangement of Knee 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

  1. 1
    Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates Inc.
    901 Enterprise Pkwy Ste 900, Hampton, VA 23666 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 827-2480
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Sentara Medical Group
    3920A Bridge Rd Ste 305, Suffolk, VA 23435 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 251-2971
  3. 3
    Tidewater Orthopaedic Associates Inc.
    4037 IRONBOUND RD, Williamsburg, VA 23188 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 827-2480

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
  • Sentara Obici Hospital
  • Sentara Careplex Hospital
  • Riverside Walter Reed Hospital

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Internal Derangement of Knee

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Internal Derangement of Knee
Hip Osteophyte
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Tendinitis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Tendonitis
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Femoral Neck Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Knee Sprain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Patellar Chondromalacia
Arthrocentesis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Fracture
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Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Pointer
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Disorders
Knee Fracture
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Runner's Knee
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
ACL Surgery
Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
Bi-Compartmental Knee Replacement
Computer-Assisted Total Hip Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Hemi (Half) Hip Replacement
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Reconstruction Surgery
Hip Replacement Revision
Image-Guided Knee Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee Cartilage Implantation
Knee Cartilage Repair
Knee Ligament Reconstruction
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Patellar Tendon Repair
Total Hip Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    About Dr. Michael Higgins, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1760460570
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Roanoke Orthopedic Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • SUNY Upstate Medical University
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Michael 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 has seen patients for Joint Pain, Osteoarthritis of Hip and Internal Derangement of Knee, 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.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Higgins. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Higgins.

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