Name: Dr. Andrea L. Phillips

Specialty: Family Medicine (Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy)

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Mississippi School of Medicine; MS State Medical License (Active through 2026)

Affiliation(s): Mississippi Baptist Medical Center | Phillips Medical Services, PLLC

Locations (City/State): Jackson, Mississippi

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1558462382

About the Doctor

Dr. Andrea L. Phillips is a highly accomplished and deeply respected family medicine physician based in Jackson, Mississippi, with over 20 years of experience providing comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, a leading regional institution committed to training physicians who serve the communities of Mississippi, and has since built a distinguished career as both a clinician and a healthcare advocate. Dr. Phillips owns and operates her own practice, Phillips Medical Services, PLLC, located on Westland Service Drive in Jackson, where she delivers personalized, patient-first care in an environment known for its thoroughness, compassion, and accessibility.

What distinguishes Dr. Phillips from many of her peers is her subspecialty focus in Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy — a rare and valuable combination that reflects her commitment not only to individual patient care but also to improving the broader healthcare system that serves her community. She has demonstrated above-average treatment volumes in chronic hypertension, diabetes, diabetic emergencies, and urinary tract infections compared to the Mississippi state average, underscoring her deep clinical expertise in managing the chronic and acute conditions most prevalent among her patient population. She is affiliated with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, ranked #1 in Mississippi, providing patients with access to the state’s top hospital when hospital-level care is needed. Dr. Phillips holds a perfect 5 out of 5 overall patient experience rating based on verified reviews and has earned six distinguished patient awards including Patients’ Top Choice, Makes Time for Patients, and Great Bedside Manner. She holds an active Mississippi State Medical License through 2026 and is currently welcoming new patients.

Highlights at a glance:

• Over 20 years of experience in general family medicine
• Unique subspecialty in Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy — rare among primary care physicians
• Owner and sole practitioner at Phillips Medical Services, PLLC
• Perfect 5/5 overall patient experience rating based on verified reviews
• Six patient experience awards including Patients’ Top Choice, Listens Attentively, and Great Bedside Manner
• Above-average treatment volumes in hypertension, diabetes, diabetic emergencies, and UTIs in Mississippi
• Affiliated with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center — ranked #1 in Mississippi
• Accepts Medicaid and multiple major insurance plans
• Active Mississippi State Medical License through 2026
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
• Residency: Family Medicine (completed as part of post-graduate medical training)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: Subspecialty focus in Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy
• Continuing Focus: Expertise in chronic disease management with emphasis on hypertension, diabetes, and acute care

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and blood sugar management
• Diabetic emergencies (hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis)
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) — acute and recurrent
• Bronchitis and respiratory infections
• High cholesterol and hyperlipidemia
• Asthma and allergic conditions
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome
• Thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism)
• Anxiety and depression
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Arthritis and musculoskeletal pain
• Gastrointestinal disorders (GERD, IBS, constipation)
• Skin conditions (rashes, eczema, acne)
• Anemia and nutritional deficiencies
• Women’s health conditions and preventive care
• Preventive care and routine health maintenance

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive adult and pediatric physical examinations
• Routine immunizations and vaccinations
• Preventive health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, cancer)
• In-office laboratory testing and diagnostic workups
• EKG and basic cardiac monitoring
• Chronic disease monitoring and medication management
• Diabetic emergency assessment and acute management
• Pap smears and women’s health screenings
• Sports, school, and employment physicals
• Minor wound care and laceration management
• Mental health screenings and referral coordination
• Weight management assessments and counseling
• Specialist and hospital referral coordination

Services Offered

Dr. Phillips provides a comprehensive, community-centered range of family medicine services at her privately owned practice in Jackson, Mississippi. Her approach to patient care is grounded in thorough examination, attentive listening, and meaningful time spent with each patient — qualities that her patients consistently highlight and that have earned her some of the highest satisfaction scores in the region. Beyond individual patient care, her unique background in Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy enables her to approach medicine with a systems-level perspective, advocating for equitable, accessible, and high-quality care for all of her patients.

Preventive & Wellness Care:

Dr. Phillips conducts thorough wellness exams, annual physicals, and age-appropriate preventive health screenings in alignment with national clinical guidelines. She works proactively with patients to identify and reduce risk factors for chronic disease, administer immunizations, and develop sustainable lifestyle strategies that promote long-term health and well-being.

Chronic Disease Management:

With above-average expertise in managing hypertension, diabetes, and related complications in Mississippi, Dr. Phillips provides structured, individualized long-term care plans for patients living with chronic conditions. She monitors disease progression closely, adjusts medications as needed, and educates patients on self-management techniques to reduce complications and improve quality of life.

Diabetes & Diabetic Emergency Care:

Dr. Phillips has demonstrated particular clinical depth in diabetes management and the recognition and treatment of diabetic emergencies. She provides comprehensive diabetes care including blood sugar monitoring guidance, insulin management, dietary counseling, and urgent evaluation of acute glycemic crises.

Acute & Sick Care: Dr. Phillips evaluates and treats a broad range of acute conditions including bronchitis, respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and skin disorders, ensuring that patients receive timely, effective care for immediate health concerns.

Women’s Health:

Dr. Phillips provides essential women’s health services including Pap smears, reproductive health counseling, and age-appropriate preventive screenings as part of her comprehensive primary care approach for female patients.

Healthcare Advocacy & Policy:

Dr. Phillips’s subspecialty background in Healthcare Research and Healthcare Policy sets her apart as a physician deeply invested in the quality and equity of healthcare delivery. This perspective informs her practice philosophy and her commitment to ensuring that every patient — regardless of insurance status or socioeconomic background — receives thorough, dignified, and effective care.

Services at a glance:

• Annual wellness exams and routine physicals
• Immunizations and preventive health screenings
• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, COPD)
• Diabetic emergency recognition and acute management
• Acute illness and sick visits (bronchitis, UTIs, respiratory infections)
• Women’s health services (Pap smears, reproductive health)
• Pediatric and adult primary care
• Mental health screenings and referrals
• Weight management and nutritional counseling
• Sports, school, and employment physicals
• In-office laboratory testing
• Medication management and prescription services
• Specialist and hospital referral coordination

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna – POS, PPO
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama – EPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – HMO, POS, PPO
• Molina – Medicaid

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: Phillips Medical Services, PLLC, 909 Westland Service Drive, Suite 16, Jackson, MS 39209 Phone: (601) 948-8501

Hospital Affiliations

• Mississippi Baptist Medical Center — Jackson, MS (Ranked #1 in Mississippi)