44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. George, Internist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Philip George, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. George completed his residency at Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. George is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (954) 786-5901.
Where did Dr. George go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program
Medical School: T.D. Med Coll, Univ of Kerala, Aleppey, Kerala, India
Is Dr. George board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Philip George, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. George treat?
As a Internist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. George perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Philip George may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. George's office.
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 786-5901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. George in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. George's office located?
Dr. Philip George's Primary Practice
4800 NE 20th Ter Ste 102
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 786-5901
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457339442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Philip George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Internist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. George to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Philip George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George 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
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Is Philip George accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Philip George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (954) 786-5901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (954) 786-5901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philip George have?
Dr. Philip George is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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