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Dr. Benita Philip

Pennington, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Philip, Hospitalist in Pennington, NJ?

    Dr. Benita Philip is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Pennington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Philip is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Philip’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Philip’s office at (215) 612-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Philip speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Philip typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Philip 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. Philip. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Philip typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Benita Philip may include:

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

    Does Dr. Philip accept my insurance?

    Dr. Philip accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 612-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Philip accept in Pennington, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Philip's office located?

    Dr. Benita Philip's Primary Practice

    2482 Pennington Rd

    Pennington, NJ 08534

    (215) 612-4000

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    Dr. Benita Philip's Practice 2

    350 Forsgate Dr

    Monroe, NJ 08831

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    Dr. Benita Philip's Practice 3

    5 Plainsboro Rd

    Plainsboro, NJ 08536

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

    Dr. Philip's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912388745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Philip?

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

    What is Dr. Benita Philip's specialty?

    Dr. Philip is a Hospitalist near Pennington, NJ.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Benita Philip affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Philip is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Benita Philip accepting new patients in Pennington, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Benita Philip is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benita Philip offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Philip's office at (215) 612-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benita Philip?

    Please contact Dr. Philip's office at (215) 612-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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