30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Phillips, Gastroenterologist in Tupelo, MS?
Where did Dr. Phillips go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Gastroenterology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | The Mayo Clin | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Phillips board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. John Phillips, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Phillips speak?
Dr. Phillips and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Phillips typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Phillips typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Phillips 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. Phillips. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
Does Dr. Phillips accept my insurance?
Dr. Phillips accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 680-5565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Phillips accept in Tupelo, MS?
Dr. Phillips in Tupelo, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
Fox Everett
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Phillips' office located?
Dr. John Phillips' Primary Practice
589 Garfield St Ste 201
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 680-5565
What hospitals are Dr. Phillips affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Phillips has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Phillips's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Phillips's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023077732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phillips?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Phillips