Dr. Jason A. Higgins
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 20 years
- Graduated from: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
- Graduation year: 2001
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1891887022
Dr. Jason A. Higgins M.D.
Sports Medicine Specialist
He is located at 726 North Acadia Road Suite 1000 in Thibodaux, LA 70301. Can help patients with the following: Compartment Syndrome, Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD), Rotator Cuff Tear, Spondylosis, Sprained Ankle, Trigger Finger. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891887022. Appointment can be made via the phone number (985) 625-2200. He also has a website where you can get more information. The website can be found at https://www.ortho-la.com. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 3 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Jason A. Higgins, being an sports medicine specialist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Jason A. Higgins.
- ACL Tear
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Baker's Cyst
- Bone Spurs
- Broken Bone
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Compartment Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Dislocated Ankle
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Elbow Pain
- Exercise-Induced Asthma
- Frostbite
- Golfer's Elbow
- Growth Plate Fractures and Injuries
- Hammer Toe
- Hamstring Injury
- Head Injury
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Bursitis
- Hip Replacement
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Impingement Syndrome
- Ingrown Toenail
- Joint Fluid Extraction
- Knee Bursitis
- Knee Pain
- Knee Replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Morton's Neuroma
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Spasms
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteomyelitis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Separated Shoulder
- Shin Splints
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Sprain
- Sprained Ankle
- Sprained Wrist
- Stress Fracture
- Tennis Elbow
- Trigger Finger
- Turf Toe
- Whiplash
- Wrist Surgery
Procedures Performed by Dr. Jason A. Higgins
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Jason A. Higgins as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Everyday Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 8 plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Max 70/50 $6700 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | PPO · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max 80/60 $1500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $3300 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Max Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | PPO · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 60/40 $6100 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Saver 90/70 $3400 | PPO · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
HMO Louisiana
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from HMO Louisiana
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue POS 60/40 $6500 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 80/60 $3200 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS 90/70 $9900 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits HSA Eligible | POS · Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 50/50 $7500 Standardized HSA Eligible | POS · Expanded Bronze | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 60/40 $6000 Standardized | POS · Silver | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 75/55 $2000 Standardized | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
| Blue POS Copay (PCP) 80/60 $1000 with 2 $0 PCP Virtual Visits | POS · Gold | Not Applicable | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus + $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value + ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Jason A. Higgins is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Jason A. Higgins is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery (also registered under: Practitioner - Sports Medicine) .
Bills through: Hospital Service District No 1 Of The Parish Of St Mary
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Depuy | $4815 |
| Alon Medical Technology | $358 |
| Trice Medical | $247 |
Other
| Consulting | $3719 |
| Food and Beverage | $1939 |
| Travel and Lodging | $832 |
Studies
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE IN SHREVEPORT
Graduated in 2001Other ways to reach out
- Website: https://www.ortho-la.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orthola1
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/orthola
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orthola1
Additional Specialities
- Orthopedic Surgeon
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Jason A. Higgins treat?
Dr. Jason A. Higgins provides treatment for Compartment Syndrome, Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD), Rotator Cuff Tear, Spondylosis, Sprained Ankle, Trigger Finger. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Jason A. Higgins have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Jason A. Higgins is affiliated with OrthoLA. For the full list of practices see this list.
Has Dr. Jason A. Higgins affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Jason A. Higgins is affiliated with THIBODAUX REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Jason A. Higgins?
Dr. Jason A. Higgins's office is located at 726 North Acadia Road Suite 1000 in Thibodaux, LA 70301.
Does Dr. Jason A. Higgins accept patients with Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections?
Yes, Dr. Jason A. Higgins is listed in-network for Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.