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Dr. Phillip Cover, MD

Cookeville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cover, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Cookeville, TN?

    Dr. Phillip Cover, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cookeville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cover graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine, completed his residency at Summa Health System/NEOMED Program, and is currently affiliated with Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital. Dr. Cover is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cover’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cover’s office at (707) 423-3843.

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

    • Residency: Summa Health System/NEOMED Program

    • Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cover speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cover typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cover 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. Cover. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cover typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Phillip Cover may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cover accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cover accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 423-3843 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cover accept in Cookeville, TN?

    Dr. Cover in Cookeville, TN 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cover's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Cover's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Center Blvd

    Cookeville, TN 38501

    (707) 423-3843

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    Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital

    2835 Highway 231 S

    Shelbyville, TN 37160

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    Dr. Phillip Cover's Practice 3

    1156 Nashville Pike

    Gallatin, TN 37066

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

    Dr. Cover's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639156060.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cover?

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

    What is Dr. Phillip Cover's specialty?

    Dr. Cover is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Cookeville, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cover is affiliated with Cookeville Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Phillip Cover accepting new patients in Cookeville, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Phillip Cover offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cover's office at (707) 423-3843 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Cover?

    Please contact Dr. Cover's office at (707) 423-3843 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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