Dr. James C Higginbotham
Family Practice in Cairo, Georgia
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 39+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. James C Higginbotham, DO, is a Family Practice specialist in Cairo, Georgia. He attended and graduated from West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985, having over 39 years of diverse experience, especially in Family Practice. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Grady General Hospital. Dr. James C Higginbotham also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Port City Family Medicine, L.L.C. Dr. James C Higginbotham accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (229) 254-2117 to request Dr. James C Higginbotham the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
James C Higginbotham |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
7911891163 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Family Practice (primary specialty)
- General Practice
Experience
- Over 39 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic (DO)
help Doctor of Osteopathic
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O. or DO) is a professional doctoral degree for physicians and surgeons offered by medical schools in the United States. Holders of the D.O. degree have attained the ability to become licensed as osteopathic physicians who have equivalent rights, privileges, and responsibilities as physicians with a Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.).
Education and Training
- Dr. James C Higginbotham attended and graduated from West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1245273176
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. James C Higginbotham
Medical Licenses
Dr. James C Higginbotham has been primarily specialized in General Practice for over 39 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / General Practice
| 28786 | Georgia |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Cairo, Georgia | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Port City Family Medicine, L.L.C
| Port City Family Medicine, L.L.C | |
Practice Locations
235 1st Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828-2118
Phone: (229) 254-2117
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Dr. James C Higginbotham [NPI: 1245273176]Family Practice, General Practice