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Dr. Carolyn Phillips, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Phillips, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Carolyn Phillips, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Phillips is currently affiliated with Washington Hospital Center Dept Of Emergency Medic. Dr. Phillips is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phillips’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phillips’s office at (410) 554-2000.

    Is Dr. Phillips board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Phillips, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Phillips speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Phillips typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Phillips typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carolyn Phillips may include:

    Please contact Dr. Phillips' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Phillips accept my insurance?

    Dr. Phillips accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phillips accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Phillips in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Phillips' office located?

    Medstar Un Memo Hosp

    201 E University Pkwy

    Baltimore, MD 21218

    (410) 554-2000

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    Dr. Carolyn Phillips' Practice 2

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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    Washington Hospital Center Dept Of Emergency Medic

    1145 19th St NW Ste 311

    Washington, DC 20036

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

    Dr. Phillips's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275694630.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phillips?

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

    What is Dr. Carolyn Phillips's specialty?

    Dr. Phillips is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Carolyn Phillips affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Carolyn Phillips accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Phillips is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carolyn Phillips offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phillips' office at (410) 554-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carolyn Phillips?

    Please contact Dr. Phillips' office at (410) 554-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Phillips' office located?

    Dr. Phillips' offices are located in Baltimore, MD, Leonardtown, MD, and Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Phillips have?

    Dr. Carolyn Phillips is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.