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Dr. James Higgins, MD

Dr. James Higgins, MD

Cardiology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Higgins, MD is a cardiologist in Encino, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Valley Presbyterian Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170 Encino, CA 91436
Telehealth available

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Dr. Higgins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Higgins

4.1

9 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Healthcare Professional – Oct 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Brad – Mar 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Art's Daughter in North Hollywood, CA – Sep 26, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jody in Van Nuys, CA – Jan 13, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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M. V. in Los Angeles, CA – Oct 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way.
  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ucla

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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Locations

Practice

Specialty Care Encino15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 170 Encino, CA 91436
1

Practice

Regents of the University of California5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400 Los Angeles, CA 90045
2

Practice

Ramesh Arora Medical Corp.14411 Hamlin St Van Nuys, CA 91401
3

Practice

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center757 Westwood Plz Los Angeles, CA 90095
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz
    Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

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  • Valley Presbyterian Hospital

    15107 Vanowen St
    Van Nuys, CA 91405

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

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