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Who is Dr. Philips, Family Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dorcas Philips, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Philips is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Philips’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Philips’s office at (973) 259-3563.
What languages does Dr. Philips speak?
Dr. Philips and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Philips typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Philips diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Philips. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Urine Findings
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine test results
- Various abnormal urine findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R82998: Other abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Philips typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorcas Philips may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Philips' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Philips accept my insurance?
Dr. Philips accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 259-3563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Philips accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Philips in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Philips' office located?
What is Dr. Philips's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Philips's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073199618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Philips?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Philips
What is Dr. Dorcas Philips's specialty?
Dr. Philips is a Family Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Dorcas Philips affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Philips is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dorcas Philips accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dorcas Philips is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorcas Philips offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Philips's office at (973) 259-3563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorcas Philips?
Please contact Dr. Philips's office at (973) 259-3563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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