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  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • 46 years of experience
  • The Core Institute 22250 Providence Dr Ste 401, Southfield, MI 48075
  • (855) 747-0743

Brief Intro

Dr. Higginbotham specializes in general orthopedic surgery, hip and knee replacement, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, fracture care, and surgery. His special areas of interest are trauma, arthroscopic and hand surgery, sports medicine, and joint replacement. Dr. Higginbotham joined Providence Hospital in 1999 where he is the Clinical Instructor for Orthopedics. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Mt. Carmel Mercy Hospital and his orthopedic residency at Metropolitan Group of Hospitals of Northwest Detroit. Dr. Higginbotham's professional affiliations include the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, the Michigan Orthopedic Society, and the Mid-America Orthopedics Association.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Sinai Grace Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine - 1979

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • The CORE Institute
  • 22250 Providence Dr Ste 401, Southfield, MI 48075
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
  • Internal Derangement of Knee
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Sciatica
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
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Procedures Performed

  • Physical Therapy
  • Hip/Femur Fractures and Dislocations
  • Knee Replacement
  • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
  • Lower Arm/Elbow/Wrist Fractures and Dislocations
  • Hip Replacement
  • Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
  • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
  • Occupational Therapy Evaluation
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • UnitedHealthcare
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Golden Rule
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Humana
  • Aetna Better Health
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