Dr. Pamela S. Higgins, MD | North Manchester, IN | Family Medicine Doctor | US News Doctors

Dr. Pamela S. Higgins MD

Patients Top Choice

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Patients Top Choice

<p>Patient Top Choice label is awarded to providers who have received a 5-star rating from their patients. Read more about our methodology <a target="_blank" href="https://health.usnews.com/health-care/top-doctors/articles/doctor-finder-data-sources-and-methodology#patient-experience">here</a>.</p>
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Patient Rating

Overview

Dr. Pamela S. Higgins is a family medicine doctor in North Manchester, Indiana and is affiliated with Parkview Wabash County Hospital. She received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Pamela S. Higgins has expertise in treating chronic kidney disease, alzheimer's dementia, chronic high blood pressure, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Pamela S. Higgins accepts Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted. Dr. Pamela S. Higgins is highly recommended by patients.

Doctor's Details

Specialties

Specialty

Family Medicine

Family medicine doctors, also known as primary care physicians or PCPs, are trained to meet the basic health needs of children and adults. They often refer patients to specialists or for further testing, and they treat common conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and allergies. They also perform physicals, give vaccines and may do some in-office lab testing.

Subspecialties

General Family Medicine

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Patient Experience

Patient Awards

Provides clear explanation

Patients recommend

Makes time for patients

Patients' top choice award

Listens attentively

Provides clear explanation

Provides clear information and answers questions in a way patients understand.

Patients recommend

Patients would recommend to friends and family.

Makes time for patients

Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.

Patients' top choice award

Doctor has top marks across all patient-rated categories

Listens attentively

Rated highly on their manner and listening skills.

Overall Patient Experience

Excellent

(5/5)

14 Reviews Total|5 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Thoroughness of Examination

Previous patients' satisfaction in their perception of the thoroughness of the examination they received from this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

Ability to Answer Questions

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's ability to answer all of their questions

Excellent

(5/5)

Clarity of Instructions

Previous patients' satisfaction in the clarity of this physician's instructions for taking care of their health condition

Excellent

(5/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Excellent

(5/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Excellent

(5/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Excellent

(5/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Excellent

(5/5)

General Feedback

Previous patients' general assessment of this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Higgins

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

HypertensionChronic high blood pressure (hypertension) means your heart has to work harder to pump blood. It's important to manage it to keep your heart and blood vessels healthy.

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Most

Chronic diabetesChronic diabetes is a condition where your body has trouble controlling the levels of sugar in your blood. It requires careful management.

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High cholesterolHigh cholesterol levels, hyperlipidemia, can increase the risk of heart disease by contributing to the buildup of plaque in your arteries.

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

1104 N Wayne St, North Manchester, IN, 46962

(260) 982-2102

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Parkview Wabash County Hospital

Where does Dr. Higgins practice?

Doctor’s Office

Parkview Wabash Hospital, Inc.

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Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

Indiana University School of Medicine

Medical School

Memorial Hospital of South Bend

Residency, Family Medicine, 1988-1991

Certifications & Licensure

American Board of Family Medicine

Certified in Family Medicine

IN State Medical License

Active through 2025

Awards, Honors & Recognitions

CMS Stage 1 2012, 2011

Publications

A qualitative study of the relationship between clinician attributes, organization, and patient characteristics on implementation of a disease management program

Kevin Brazil, Michelle M. Cloutier, Howard Tennen, Howard L. Bailit, Pamela Higgins

Risk Factors for Asthma and Asthma Severity in Nonurban Children in Connecticut

Pamela Higgins, Dorothy Wakefield, Michelle M. Cloutier

Training medical providers to conduct alcohol screening and brief interventions.

Thomas F. Babor, John C Higgins-Biddle, Pamela Higgins, Ruth A. Gassman, Bruce Gould

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Higgins

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We’ve published patient experience ratings for Dr. Higgins in 6 key categories based on 14 reviews. See ratings.
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Dr. Higgins' office is located at 1104 N Wayne St, North Manchester, IN. View the map.
Family medicine doctors, also known as primary care physicians or PCPs, are trained to meet the basic health needs of children and adults. They often refer patients to specialists or for further testing, and they treat common conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol and allergies. They also perform physicals, give vaccines and may do some in-office lab testing. See all conditions on Dr. Higgins' profile.

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Doctor's Details

Speaks English
Works at Parkview Wabash County Hospital

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