Accepting New Patients
James R. Higgins, MD
- Cardiology
Average rating:
4.9
Encino Specialty Care
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15503 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 170, Encino, CA 91436
US
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certifications
Interventional Cardiology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009
Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005
Fellowships
Interventional Cardiology, UCLA School of Medicine, 2008
Cardiovascular Disease, UCLA School of Medicine, 2007
Residency
Internal Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, 2004
Degree
MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 2001
Recognitions
- Super doctors, Southern California, 2025
- Super Doctors® Southern California, 2023 - 2025
Locations
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
UCLA West Valley Medical Center
Medical Services
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan
- UFCM Health System
- Prime Health Services
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
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Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California, 2023 - 2025
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Reviews
Overall Rating:
4.9
117 total ratings | 71 reviews
5.0
October 30, 2025
Excellent! Dr Higgins has been my cardiologist since before he was at UCLA. He continues to be a fine doctor.
5.0
October 29, 2025
He is a great doctor who listens to the patient and addresses all the issues
5.0
October 28, 2025
He explained things clearly.
5.0
October 27, 2025
Dr. Higgins was professional, personable, and attentive. He listened carefully, asked the right questions, and explained things clearly. I felt confident in his care and look forward to continuing with him
5.0
October 24, 2025
Appointment was on time, staff was helpful, and doctor was informative.