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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tippen, Internist in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Philip Tippen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Tippen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tippen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tippen’s office at (573) 335-2212.
Where did Dr. Tippen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
Is Dr. Tippen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Philip Tippen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tippen speak?
Dr. Tippen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tippen treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tippen 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. Tippen. 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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does Dr. Tippen perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Tippen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tippen. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Tippen accept my insurance?
Dr. Tippen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 335-2212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tippen accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Tippen in Cape Girardeau, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tippen's office located?
Dr. Philip Tippen's Primary Practice
150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 342
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 335-2212
What is Dr. Tippen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tippen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467542571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tippen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tippen
What is Dr. Philip Tippen's specialty?
Dr. Tippen is a Internist near Cape Girardeau, MO.
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. Tippen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Philip Tippen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tippen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast 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 Philip Tippen accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. Philip Tippen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Tippen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tippen's office at (573) 335-2212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Tippen?
Please contact Dr. Tippen's office at (573) 335-2212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Tippen have?
Dr. Philip Tippen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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