Scott W. Biggins
Expertise in
10
conditions
Expertise in
10
conditions
3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Scott Biggins, MD, specializes in hepatology and transplant hepatology and is board-certified in transplant hepatology and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Center for Liver Care and is affiliated with UPMC Horizon, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, and UPMC Presbyterian. Dr. Biggins received his medical degree from the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University Hospital, followed by a fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Biggins is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Liver Failure, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Hepatorenal Syndrome, and Liver Transplant.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 109 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Southern California Medical Center

Residency

Oregon Health Sciences University Hospital

Specialties

Transplant Surgery

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

University of California at San Francisco

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Horizon
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Cigna
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Coordinated Care
  • HMO
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Gateway Health Plan
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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Medicaid
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

UPMC Center for Liver Care
3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Other Locations
Starzl Transplantation Institute - UPMC Transplant Services
3459 5th Avenue, Montefiore, 7 South, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
UPMC Center for Liver Care
200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Biggins has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Scott W. Biggins

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Scott W. Biggins?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Scott W. Biggins by calling their office at 412-647-1170. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Scott W. Biggins a top-rated expert for Ascites?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Scott W. Biggins is classified as an Elite expert for Ascites, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Scott W. Biggins specialize in?

While Dr. Scott W. Biggins is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ascites, Liver Failure, and Liver Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.

Does Dr. Scott W. Biggins participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Scott W. Biggins has published 109 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ascites. You can view a list of Dr. Scott W. Biggins's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Scott W. Biggins accept my insurance?

Dr. Scott W. Biggins accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-647-1170 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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