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Dr. Veronica Gipps, MD

Dr. Veronica Gipps, MD

Physiatrist

Fort Lauderdale, FL

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gipps, Physiatrist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Veronica Gipps, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Gipps graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gipps is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gipps’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gipps’s office at (954) 522-8688.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Gipps board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Gipps, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Gipps speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gipps typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Gipps 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. Gipps. 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:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Femur Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S7292XA: Unspecified fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Femur Fracture
    • Broken Right Thigh Bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S7291XA: Unspecified fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Gipps typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Veronica Gipps may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gipps accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gipps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 522-8688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gipps accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Gipps in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gipps' office located?

    Dr. Veronica Gipps' Primary Practice

    1211 SE 2nd Ave

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

    (954) 522-8688

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    Dr. Veronica Gipps' Practice 2

    4725 N Fed Hwy

    Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308

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

    Dr. Gipps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093704348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gipps?

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

    What is Dr. Veronica Gipps's specialty?

    Dr. Gipps is a Physiatrist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Veronica Gipps affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gipps is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Veronica Gipps accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Gipps is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Veronica Gipps offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gipps' office at (954) 522-8688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Veronica Gipps?

    Please contact Dr. Gipps' office at (954) 522-8688 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gipps' office located?

    Dr. Gipps' offices are located in Fort Lauderdale, FL and Ft Lauderdale, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Veronica Gipps have?

    Dr. Veronica Gipps is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.