Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alscher, Internist in Valdosta, GA?
Dr. Phillip Alscher, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Valdosta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alscher completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Nephrology. Dr. Alscher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alscher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alscher’s office.
Where did Dr. Alscher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Nephrology
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Alscher board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Alscher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alscher speak?
Dr. Alscher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alscher treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Alscher 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. Alscher. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Alscher perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Phillip Alscher may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alscher's office.
Does Dr. Alscher accept my insurance?
Dr. Alscher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alscher accept in Valdosta, GA?
Dr. Alscher in Valdosta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Seaside Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alscher's office located?
What is Dr. Alscher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700993888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alscher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alscher
What is Dr. Phillip Alscher's specialty?
Dr. Alscher is a Internist near Valdosta, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Alscher to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Phillip Alscher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alscher is affiliated with South Georgia Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Phillip Alscher accepting new patients in Valdosta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Alscher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Alscher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alscher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Alscher?
Please contact Dr. Alscher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Alscher have?
Dr. Phillip Alscher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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