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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phillips, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Susan Phillips, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Phillips graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Phillips is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phillips’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phillips’s office at (617) 414-5951.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Phillips?
Dr. Susan Phillips, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Phillips empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Phillips is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Phillips go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Phillips board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Phillips, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Dr. Phillips treat?
As a Internist, 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.
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
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:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Phillips perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Susan Phillips may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Phillips' office.
Does Dr. Phillips accept my insurance?
Dr. Phillips accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-5951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phillips accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Phillips in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Phillips' office located?
Dr. Susan Phillips also offers virtual visits
Dr. Susan Phillips' Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-5951
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Susan Phillips?
Dr. Phillips has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1144241886.
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. Susan Phillips's specialty?
Dr. Phillips is a Internist near Boston, MA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Phillips to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Susan Phillips affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Boston 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Susan Phillips accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Phillips is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Phillips offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Phillips, or call (617) 414-5951 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Phillips?
Yes, Dr. Phillips offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Phillips, or call (617) 414-5951 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Phillips have?
Dr. Susan Phillips is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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