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Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG

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Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine

Professional interests include: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), polyps, endometriosis, and more.

80 Health Park Drive Suite 100
Louisville, CO 80027

(303) 665-1045

Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Louisville, CO specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG is affiliated with AdventHealth, CommonSpirit Health, Boulder Medical Center and BOULDER MEDICAL CENTER, PC.

Office Locations

Address:

80 Health Park Drive Suite 100
Louisville, CO 80027

Some issues Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG can help you with:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

lab tests	16

lab tests	10

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

breast exam	11
gynecologic procedures	11
lab tests	11

breast exam	27
cytology	14
doctor visit	29
gynecologic pathology	14
gynecologic procedures	27
lab tests	23
pelvic imaging	11
preventive care	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	30
High Cholesterol	26
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

lab tests	20

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	34
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

lab tests	17

doctor visit	13

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Louisville, CO were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, lab tests and preventive care.

breast exam	19
cytology	14
doctor visit	21
gynecologic pathology	14
gynecologic procedures	19
lab tests	16
pelvic imaging	11
preventive care	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	3
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	7

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	6
High Cholesterol	12
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	2
Depression	3
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed residency at MetroHealth Medical Center. She has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency: MetroHealth Medical Center

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

AdventHealth

CommonSpirit Health

Boulder Medical Center

BOULDER MEDICAL CENTER, PC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

UMR: Colorado Doctors Plan

UMR: PERA

TRICARE

UMR: Sierra Health + Life

PHCS - PRIVATE HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS: PPO

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: HMO/HMO Colorado

PHCS - PRIVATE HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS: Multi-Plan PPO

MEDICAID: NO CHP+ plans

UMR: Managed Indemnity

UMR: Indemnity

UMR: Expatriate Ins Choice Plus

UMR: Harvard Pilgrim

UMR: Medicare Advantage

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: Blue Priority/Blue Priority HMO-needs a referral

UMR: Oxford

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: Mountain Enhanced -with referral only

COFINITY: PPO

UMR: Options PPO

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: NO MediBlue Dual Advantage HMO/SNP

UMR: NO Community Plan (Medicaid)

UMR: Golden Rule

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: WellChoice PPO

MEDICAID: New-to-Medicaid patient by referral only

UMR: All Savers

UMR: Travelers

UMR: Student Resources

UMR: UMR

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: BlueCard out-of-area/state must have a suitcase logo on the identification card, and the back of the card says "File claims to your local BCBS"

UMR: Select & Select Plus

UMR: Choice, Choice Plus

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: Federal Employee Program

UMR: Shared Services

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: NO CU Exclusive/Exclusive2 HMO plans except for Foothills and Longmont OB

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: All Pathway products need a referral to be seen

UMR: Compass - The patient must have a Boulder Medical Center PCP or medical referral from a non-BMC primary care provider

UMR: United Health One

MEDICAID: NO out-of-state Medicaid plan is accepted

UMR: Heritage-River Valley

UMR: Navigate & Navigate IHP - Patient must have a Boulder Medical Center PCP or medical referral from a non-BMC primary care provider

UMR: Charter- The patient must have a Boulder Medical Center PCP or medical referral from a non-BMC primary care provider

UMR: Surest

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: NO MediBlue Plus

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: PPO

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: Anthem Ameriben CU Student Insurance

ANTHEM / BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD: Indemnity

MEDICAID: NO Denver Health Medicaid plan

MEDICAID: NO UHC Community Plan

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Brett Alison Higbie, DO, BS, MBA, FACOG. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
CooperSurgical, Inc.	$326 PARAGARD $231	Obstetrical Products $47	Endosee $34	PARAGARD T 380A $14
Medtronic, Inc.	$240 TruClear $194	LigaSure $46
Caldera Medical, Inc	$130 Desara $130
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$117 Mirena $48	Skyla $42	Kyleena $28
Baxter Healthcare	$89 FLOSEAL $49	TISSEEL $40
Other	$820 Covidien $79	Osphena $72	LO LOESTRIN FE $66	Orilissa $37	NovaSure $34	Other $533

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,704
Education	$18

Biography

Dr. B. Schultz is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology in Louisville, CO. These areas are among her clinical interests: polyps, multiple pregnancy (e.g. twins), and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Dr. Schultz attended Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB), College of Osteopathic Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic, and a hospital affiliated with Case Western Reserve University. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include CommonSpirit Health, AdventHealth, and Boulder Medical Center. According to AdventHealth, new patients are welcome to contact her office in Louisville, CO.