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Dr. David Phillips

Dr. David Phillips

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Phillips, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in New York, NY?

    David J. Phillips, M.D. is a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology ? Head and Neck Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City. Dr. Phillips specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck ? facelift/necklift, cosmetic and functional rhinoplasty, Botox/Dysport, injectable facial fillers, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), fat transfer, liposuction, scar revision, otoplasty (ear pinning and earlobe repair), reconstruction after Mohs surgery, and repair of facial trauma. Dr. Phillips is committed to providing his patients with compassionate, world-class care at every stage of the process and aims to deliver the most natural appearing, long-lasting results while minimizing downtime and discomfort. Dr. Phillips graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor?s degree in Biology and Spanish. He received his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, where he was awarded the Siegel Family Prize and James A. Moore Scholarship for excellence in head and neck surgery. Following medical school, Dr. Phillips completed residency training at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital ? Columbia and Weill Cornell. During his final year, Dr. Phillips served as chief resident at Weill Cornell, Columbia University Medical Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and was awarded the Distinguished Housestaff Award by NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Upon completing residency, Dr. Phillips was selected to complete a highly coveted fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with the Glasgold Group in Princeton, New Jersey. Dr. Phillips is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology ? Head and Neck Surgery and is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He has routinely published articles in the peer-reviewed literature and has presented his work at local, regional, and national conferences.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Phillips?

    Dr. David Phillips is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Phillips empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Blepharoplasty, Botox, Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty), Facelift, Neck Lift, Rhinoplasty, Scar Revision, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Phillips is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Phillips speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Phillips typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nasal Valve Collapse
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates
    • Collapsed nostril
    • Nasal airway obstruction
    • Nasal passage collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
    • J34829: Nasal valve collapse, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Bone Break
    • Fractured Nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Phillips typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Phillips 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. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Nose Job with Septum Repair
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
    • Primary Rhinoplasty
    • Septorhinoplasty
    • Nasal Reshaping
    • Cosmetic Nose Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
    • 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair
    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Phillips accept my insurance?

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

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phillips accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Phillips in New York, NY 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Phillips' office located?

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    Weill Cornell Medicine

    Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

    1305 York Avenue, 5th Floor

    New York, NY 10021

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    What is Dr. Phillips's NPI number?An 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 1124394234.

    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. David Phillips's specialty?

    Dr. Phillips is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near New York, NY.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

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

    Yes, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. 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 David Phillips accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. David Phillips offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phillips's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Phillips?

    Please contact Dr. Phillips's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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