Robert H. Biggs
Advanced in Aortic Regurgitation
Advanced in Aortic Regurgitation
1337 Blue Valley Drive, Suite 7, 
Pen Argyl, PA 

Overview

Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to utilize state-of-the-art knowledge and care in a compassionate manner to treat the whole patient (body, mind and spirit). I picture myself as a motivator of patients for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease. I feel strongly about the use of exercise and diet to support appropriate medical and therapeutic modalities and to help people live longer and have more fulfilling lives. As for the use of medication, my philosophy is to not be the first and to not be the last. I understand the financial strains of our population and prescribe generic drugs when ever possible. | Why I entered medicine | I had an interest in science and interacting with and helping people. My interest began in 10th grade biology at Liberty High School. I've always enjoyed interacting with people socially, on the athletic field and academically. I especially enjoy interacting with the patients of the Lehigh Valley where my roots are. I enjoy discussing all aspects of people's lives, which helps me to better treat the whole person. | Community involvement | I coached basketball and baseball for 15 years while my four children were involved in the Northeast Little League and Liberty High School sports programs. My wife and I are members of the First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem. We support church activities and New Bethany Ministries. | Personal interests | I play golf, go to Eagles games, attend University of Pennsylvania athletic events, run daily and read Revolutionary biographies. My wife and I follow our children closely in their careers and activities.

Dr. Biggs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Regurgitation. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

Graduate Institution
Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), 1976
Residency
Internal Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA- 1978, 1979
Specialties
Cardiology
Licenses
Internal Medicine in PA
Board Certifications
American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology
American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
Fellowships
Cardiology, Deborah Heart & Lung Center, Browns Mills, NJ- 1980, 1981
Hospital Affiliations
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Aetna
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  • HMO
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Anthem
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
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Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
EmblemHealth
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Gateway Health Plan
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Geisinger
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Highmark
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Horizon Healthcare
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Humana
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Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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PA Health and Wellness
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

LVPG Cardiology-Bangor
1337 Blue Valley Drive, Suite 7, Pen Argyl, PA 18072
Other Locations
LVPG Cardiology-Muhlenberg
2649 Schoenersville Road, Suite 301, Bethlehem, PA 18017
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