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Dr. Phillip Stites, MD

Fort Smith, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stites, Dermatologist in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Phillip Stites, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Stites graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stites is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stites’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stites’s office at (479) 242-6647.

    Where did Dr. Stites go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Dermatology; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Stites board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Stites, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Stites speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Stites treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Stites 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. Stites. 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:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Red Skin Condition
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Erythematous skin disorders
    • Inflamed skin conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • L538: Other specified erythematous conditions

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Sensation Problems
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Abnormal Skin Sensations
    • Unusual Skin Feelings
    • Disturbed Skin Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cysts
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair follicle cysts
    • Dermal cysts
    • Subcutaneous cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Does Dr. Stites accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stites accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 242-6647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stites accept in Fort Smith, AR?

    Dr. Stites in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Arkansas Municipal League

    • Community Care Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Stites' office located?

    Dr. Phillip Stites' Primary Practice

    7900 Dallas St

    Fort Smith, AR 72903

    (479) 242-6647

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

    Dr. Stites's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821085887.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stites?

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

    What is Dr. Phillip Stites's specialty?

    Dr. Stites is a Dermatologist near Fort Smith, AR. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Stites to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Phillip Stites affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stites is affiliated with Baptist Health-Fort Smith 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 Stites accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Stites is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phillip Stites offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stites's office at (479) 242-6647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Stites?

    Please contact Dr. Stites's office at (479) 242-6647 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Stites have?

    Dr. Phillip Stites is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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