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Dr. Phyllis Pennington, DO

La Junta, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pennington, Family Medicine Specialist in La Junta, CO?

    Dr. Phyllis Pennington, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Junta, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pennington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pennington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pennington’s office at (719) 275-2301.

    What languages does Dr. Pennington speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennington typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pennington 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. Pennington. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pennington typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Phyllis Pennington may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pennington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pennington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 275-2301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pennington accept in La Junta, CO?

    Dr. Pennington in La Junta, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pennington's office located?

    Dr. Phyllis Pennington's Primary Practice

    1012 Belmont Ave

    La Junta, CO 81050

    (719) 275-2301

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    Dr. Phyllis Pennington's Practice 2

    602 Yale Pl

    Canon City, CO 81212

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pennington affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Pennington has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Commonspirit - St. Thomas More Hospital,Canon City, CO
    Commonspirit - St. Mary - Corwin Hospital,Pueblo, CO
    Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital,Colorado Springs, CO
    Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central,Colorado Springs, CO

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

    Dr. Pennington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720377740.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pennington?

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

    What is Dr. Phyllis Pennington's specialty?

    Dr. Pennington is a Family Medicine Specialist near La Junta, CO.

    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 Dr. Phyllis Pennington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pennington is affiliated with Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Phyllis Pennington accepting new patients in La Junta, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Phyllis Pennington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phyllis Pennington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pennington's office at (719) 275-2301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Phyllis Pennington?

    Please contact Dr. Pennington's office at (719) 275-2301 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pennington's office located?

    Dr. Pennington's offices are located in La Junta, CO and Canon City, CO.