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Dr. Philip Fischer, MD

Dr. Philip Fischer, MD

Birmingham, AL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fischer, Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Philip Fischer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fischer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fischer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fischer’s office at (205) 939-6888.

    Is Dr. Fischer board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Fischer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Fischer speak?

    Dr. Fischer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fischer treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Belly Button Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
    • Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
    • Lump in Upper Inner Left Breast
    • Lump in Upper Inner Right Breast
    • Lump in Lower Outer Right Breast
    • Lump in Lower Outer Left Breast
    • Lump in Lower Inner Left Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Lump in right breast upper outer
    • Right breast mass upper outer
    • Palpable mass right upper outer breast
    • Mass in upper outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast upper outer
    • Mass in upper inner left breast
    • Nodule in left breast upper inner
    • Mass in upper inner right breast
    • Nodule in right breast upper inner
    • Mass in lower outer right breast
    • Nodule in right breast lower outer
    • Mass in lower outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast lower outer
    • Mass in lower inner left breast
    • Nodule in left breast lower inner

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6322: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper inner quadrant
    • N6312: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper inner quadrant
    • N6313: Unspecified lump in the right breast, lower outer quadrant
    • N6323: Unspecified lump in the left breast, lower outer quadrant
    • N6324: Unspecified lump in the left breast, lower inner quadrant

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Benign Left Breast Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous left breast growth
    • Left breast mass
    • Left breast lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Lump
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast mass
    • Breast fibroadenoma
    • Benign breast disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Fischer perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Philip Fischer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fischer's office.

    Does Dr. Fischer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fischer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-6888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fischer accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Fischer in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • United Mine Workers of America

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?

    Dr. Philip Fischer's Primary Practice

    800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 630

    Birmingham, AL 35205

    (205) 939-6888

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    What is Dr. Fischer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fischer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821163585.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fischer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fischer

    What is Dr. Philip Fischer's specialty?

    Dr. Fischer is a Surgeon near Birmingham, AL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Fischer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Fischer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fischer is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Surgeon?

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    Is Philip Fischer accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Fischer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Fischer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (205) 939-6888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Fischer?

    Please contact Dr. Fischer's office at (205) 939-6888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Philip Fischer have?

    Dr. Philip Fischer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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