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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phala, Family Medicine Specialist in Bay City, MI?
Dr. Sefako Phala, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bay City, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Phala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phala’s office at (989) 671-9153.
What languages does Dr. Phala speak?
Dr. Phala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Phala treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Phala 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. Phala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Phala perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sefako Phala may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Phala's office.
Does Dr. Phala accept my insurance?
Dr. Phala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 671-9153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phala accept in Bay City, MI?
Dr. Phala in Bay City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Phala's office located?
Dr. Sefako Phala's Primary Practice
4040 N Euclid Ave Ste B
Bay City, MI 48706
(989) 671-9153
What is Dr. Phala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659869139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phala
What is Dr. Sefako Phala's specialty?
Dr. Phala is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bay City, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Phala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sefako Phala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phala is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Sefako Phala accepting new patients in Bay City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Sefako Phala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sefako Phala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Phala's office at (989) 671-9153 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sefako Phala?
Please contact Dr. Phala's office at (989) 671-9153 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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