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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mickelsen, Anesthesiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Mickelsen graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine. Dr. Mickelsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mickelsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mickelsen’s office at (218) 262-4881.
Where did Dr. Mickelsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mickelsen speak?
Dr. Mickelsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mickelsen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mickelsen 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. Mickelsen. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Ventral Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Biliary Calculi
- Gallbladder Stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8080: Other cholelithiasis without obstruction
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mickelsen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mickelsen 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. Mickelsen. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Mickelsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mickelsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 262-4881 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mickelsen accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Mickelsen in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mickelsen's office located?
Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen's Primary Practice
5950 Saratoga Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
(218) 262-4881
What is Dr. Mickelsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mickelsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518960012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mickelsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mickelsen
What is Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen's specialty?
Dr. Mickelsen is a Anesthesiologist near Corpus Christi, TX.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mickelsen is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
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Is Phillip Lee Mickelsen accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Lee Mickelsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mickelsen's office at (218) 262-4881 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Lee Mickelsen?
Please contact Dr. Mickelsen's office at (218) 262-4881 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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