Philip T. Slack, MD
Philip T. Slack is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Gainesville, GA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Philip T. Slack, MD practices as part of a group pain medicine anesthesiology specialist practice in Gainesville, GA. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 82.55/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 96% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 21% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1315 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Ne Ste 300, Gainesville, GA 30501-3822
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202382.55/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better60.49%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+55.4 pts)
60.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better98.7%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.9 pts)
Top 4% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
340
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
504
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,738
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $102k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$32 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Philip T. Slack's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Emory University School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 5, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 742616, Atlanta, GA 30374-2616
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Philip T. Slack
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip T. Slack for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gainesville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philip T. Slack
Dr. Slack is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gainesville, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 219-6520.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip T. Slack
Practice Location
1315 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Ne Ste 300, Gainesville, GA 30501-3822
Mailing Address
Po Box 742616, Atlanta, GA 30374-2616
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