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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Felipe, Family Medicine Specialist in Auburn, WA?
Dr. Joel Felipe, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Auburn, WA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Felipe completed his residency at San Jacinto Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Felipe is fluent in English, Niger-Kordofanian languages, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Felipe’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Felipe’s office at (206) 439-2988.
Where did Dr. Felipe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Jacinto Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine | San Jacinto Methodist Hospital | Methodist Hospital (Houston) San Jacinto Program
Medical School: University Iberoamericana (Unibe)- Santo Domingo | Other
Is Dr. Felipe board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Felipe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Felipe speak?
Dr. Felipe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Niger-Kordofanian languages
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Felipe typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Felipe 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. Felipe. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Felipe typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Felipe may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Felipe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Felipe accept my insurance?
Dr. Felipe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 439-2988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Felipe accept in Auburn, WA?
Dr. Felipe in Auburn, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Premera Blue Cross
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Felipe's office located?
What is Dr. Felipe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Felipe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366552838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Felipe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Felipe
What is Dr. Joel Felipe's specialty?
Dr. Felipe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Auburn, WA.
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. Joel Felipe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Felipe is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Swedish First Hill Campus, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joel Felipe accepting new patients in Auburn, WA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Felipe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Felipe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Felipe's office at (206) 439-2988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Felipe?
Please contact Dr. Felipe's office at (206) 439-2988 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Felipe have?
Dr. Joel Felipe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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