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Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD

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Specializes in: Clinical Pathology and Dermatopathology

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Professional interests include: skin allergy, autoimmune diseases, vitiligo, and more.

East 98th Street
City of New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-9728

Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD is a clinical pathologist in New York, NY specializing in clinical pathology and dermatopathology. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.

Office Locations

1 Gustave L Levy Place 3-08 Annenberg Building
New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-6064

(212) 241-7832

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5 E 98th Street 5th Floor
New York, NY 10029

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Mount Sinai Health System

East 98th Street
City of New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-9728

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Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.

A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.

Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.

It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:

A type 1 diabetic whose pancreas has been damaged will need insulin.
A person with Hashimoto's whose thyroid has been damaged will need replacement thyroid hormones.
Someone with Sjogren's syndrome will need eye drops and mouth rinses to replace tears and saliva.

Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

lab tests

In 2012, Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD performed more lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within New York.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2012 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	30
lab tests	874
second opinions	140

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2013 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	937
second opinions	128

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1651
Female	1684

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3032
Black	76
Hispanic	126
Asian	20
Other	81
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1429
From 75 to 84	1132
85 and over	582
Less than 65	192

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2013

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2014 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	23
lab tests	951
second opinions	89

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1734
Female	1704

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3118
Black	77
Hispanic	101
Asian	37
Other	105
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1573
From 75 to 84	1158
85 and over	538
Less than 65	169

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2014

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2015 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	767
second opinions	116

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	3862
Female	3978

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	7074
Black	168
Hispanic	234
Asian	0
Other	280
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	3638
From 75 to 84	2702
85 and over	1206
Less than 65	294

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2015

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2016 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	23
lab tests	659
second opinions	83

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1740
Female	1747

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3160
Black	55
Hispanic	101
Asian	0
Other	139
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1570
From 75 to 84	1207
85 and over	570
Less than 65	140

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2016

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2017 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	815
second opinions	68

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2156
Female	2287

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4001
Black	100
Hispanic	129
Asian	44
Other	169
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1886
From 75 to 84	1668
85 and over	724
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2017

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2018 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	920
second opinions	66

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1934
Female	2038

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3552
Black	72
Hispanic	126
Asian	0
Other	169
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1747
From 75 to 84	1431
85 and over	629
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2018

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2019 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	949
second opinions	89

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1919
Female	2036

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3490
Black	98
Hispanic	141
Asian	41
Other	185
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1738
From 75 to 84	1452
85 and over	601
Less than 65	164

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2019

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2020 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	1508
second opinions	73

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2420
Female	2607

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	4363
Black	131
Hispanic	202
Asian	47
Other	284
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	2173
From 75 to 84	1888
85 and over	769
Less than 65	197

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2021 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	940
second opinions	48

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	2131
Female	2273

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3851
Black	109
Hispanic	140
Asian	0
Other	256
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1912
From 75 to 84	1638
85 and over	711
Less than 65	143

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2021

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY during 2022 were lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	25
lab tests	756
second opinions	70

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1694
Female	1709

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	3002
Black	79
Hispanic	111
Asian	29
Other	182
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1386
From 75 to 84	1369
85 and over	542
Less than 65	106

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD in 2022

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	4
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in New York, NY were lab tests and second opinions.

doctor visit	25
lab tests	916
second opinions	88

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1931
Female	2005

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	87
Asian / Pacific Islander	19
Non-Hispanic White	3513
Hispanic	128
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	168

**Age**
75 to 84	1422
85 and over	624
Less than 65	157
65 to 74	1732

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	12
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Dermatology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), 1199SEIU, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), EmblemHealth, Healthfirst Medicare, MagnaCare, Oscar, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, VNSNY Choice Medicare, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Centivo, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, AETNA - Commercial and Medicare - NJ.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Cigna

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

1199SEIU

Group Health Incorporated (GHI)

EmblemHealth

Healthfirst Medicare

MagnaCare

Oscar

United Healthcare

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

VNSNY Choice Medicare

Medicare - NY

AETNA - Medicare

Centivo

Oxford - Freedom and Liberty

AETNA - Commercial

Medicare - NJ

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
SANOFI US SERVICES INC.	$15,415 NO PRODUCT DISCUSSED $7,080	$8,335
GENZYME CORPORATION	$1,770 NO PRODUCT DISCUSSED $1,770
AbbVie Inc.	$124 Rinvoq $124
Taro Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$36 Topicort Spray $36
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.	$29 POTELIGEO $29

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$17,185
Food and Beverage	$188

Research Payments

Dr. Robert G. Phelps, MD has received 3 research payments totaling $9,440.

Biography

Dr. Robert Phelps is a clinical pathology and dermatopathology specialist in New York, NY and City of New York, NY. His areas of expertise include acne, dermatomyositis, and cutaneous lymphoma. Blue California, Healthfirst, and Oscar appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Phelps takes. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center and Bellevue Hospital Center. He has received professional recognition including the following: New York Super Doctors. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Brooklyn. Dr. Phelps welcomes new patients at his office inCity of New York, NY as reported by Mount Sinai Health System.