"Practice Closing May 31, 2023. Read the letter from Dr. Phillips here"

EXCELLENCE IS OUR SPECIALITY

Paul Phillips III, MD

Orthopedic Services for the Texas Hill Country and surrounding areas from Paul Phillips III MD.  Dr. Phillips was born and raised in Fredericksburg TX and continues to practice in his hometown.

 

 

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If you have a fever and signs/symptoms of a lower respiratory illness (cough or trouble breathing) OR you had close contact with a confirmed coronavirus patient please contact our office so we can reschedule your appointment.  Thank you.

EXCELLENCE IS OUR SPECIALITY

Paul Phillips III, MD

Orthopedic Services for the Texas Hill Country and surrounding areas from Paul Phillips III MD.  Dr. Phillips was born and raised in Fredericksburg TX and continues to practice in his hometown.

 

 

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If you have a fever and signs/symptoms of a lower respiratory illness (cough or trouble breathing) OR you had close contact with a confirmed coronavirus patient please contact our office so we can reschedule your appointment.  Thank you.

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If you have a fever and signs/symptoms of a lower respiratory illness (cough or trouble breathing) OR you had close contact with a confirmed coronavirus patient then….

  • Please see a primary care physician for further instructions on your care.
  • Please don’t set an appointment with our office until you have been symptom free for 14 days.
  • If you have an appointment, please cancel it, and we will reschedule for a later date.
  • Self quarantine yourself at home and avoid close contact with others.

Please call us if you have any further questions at 830-990-0991.  Thank you.

Alert – POA is Now Offering Telemedicine Visits

Our office is now conducting Telemedicine visits for your convenience. We know that many of you would like to see an orthopedic physician but don’t want to leave home. Therefore, we are bringing Dr. Paul Phillips III to you. Please call us to request a Telemedicine visit. We’re doing these visits on Wednesdays and you will receive a link to the virtual waiting room the day of your visit. You can connect on your camera-enabled workstation, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Visit with Dr. Phillips from the comfort of home!

Call us at 830-990-0991 to request your Telemedicine appointment.

OUR MISSION

To serve and heal

Phillips Orthopedic Associates offers local treatment for patients in and around the Texas Hill Country. Dr. Phillips takes the time to make sure each patient receives the proper treatment for orthopedic and sports injuries.

Orthopedic Services in Fredericksburg, TX

Dr. Paul Phillips III offers a variety of orthopedic services to adult and child patients.

Sports Injuries

Sports Injuries

Sports injuries occur in many different ways and we treat and get you back on the field.

Knee Replacement

Knee Replacement

This is a surgical procedure in which all or part of the joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant.

Arthroscopy of knee, shoulder, wrist

Arthroscopy of knee, shoulder, wrist

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure on a joint is performed using an endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision.

Pediatric Fractures

Pediatric Fractures

Pediactric Fracture is a medical condition in which a bone of a child younger than the age of 18 is cracked or broken.

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

Surgery that is related to the bones, joints, and soft tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments) of the entire body following trauma

General Orthopedics

General Orthopedics

General Orthopedics is devoted to the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries, disorders, and diseases of the body’s musculoskeletal system.

Telemedicine

Telemedicine

Consult with Dr. Phillips from the comfort of your own home. Connect with us from your computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
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Do you need an appointment?

Booking is simple

Please take the time to fill out the form with your information and we will schedule an appointment. Dr. Phillips sees patients Tuesday - Thursday and is in surgery Monday and Friday.

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Meet Dr. Phillips

Meet Paul Phillips III, MD

24 years of Orthopedic Service

Dr. Paul Phillips III is an Orthopedic Surgeon from Fredericksburg TX. Dr. Phillips is also a retired Colonel in the United States Army. He decided to return home in 2014 to serve his community and provide quality care to the Texas Hill Country.

Dr. Harley Wells
Meet Dr. Wells

Meet Harley Wells, MSN, FNP-C

Over 12 years of nursing experience

Harley Wells, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, builds strong relationships with families through patient advocation and striving to achieve the best possible outcomes in every situation. Wells’ professional focus centers on preventative care and health education. With over 12 years of healthcare experience, Wells leverages clear communication and solution-oriented thinking to champion the needs and health of his patients, every time. Wells obtained his Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington and his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UNC-Chapel Hill in North Carolina. He is both an APRN-CNP and RN, as certified by the state of Texas.

Wells is a proud team member of Phillips Orthopedics Associates and enjoys working with a team of people-centric healthcare professionals to offer a wide range of medical services to patients around Fredericksburg, Texas, including care for sports injuries, knee replacements, arthroscopy, pediatric fractures, orthopedic trauma surgery, and general orthopedics.

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CALL CENTER 24/7

Dr. Phillips can be reached in case of an emergency 24/7

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BEST SPECIALIST

Dr. Phillips is one of the top orthopedic surgeons providing quality care.

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1 LOCATION

We have one office in Fredricksburg.

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HIGHEST QUALITY

Each patient is an individual and receives specific treatment for their body.

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HEALTH INFORMATION

We follow all HIPPA guidelines to keep your health information safe.

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Non Surgical Treatment

Not all injuries need surgery and we to consider all treatment options for each patient.

Patient Center

See below for patient forms, insurance accepted and FAQs.

We accept Medicare, children’s Medicaid, and many commercial insurance plans. Here is a list of our accepted insurances. If you have any questions, please call our office.

Accepted Plans

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Choice PPO (BCBS)
  • Cigna PPO
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • HCM (Hill Country Memorial Hospital) Employees
  • Health Select (BCBS)
  • Healthcare Highways
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana ChoiceCare
  • Humana ChoiceCare Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • PHCS
  • PRMC Employees
  • Provider Networks of America PPO (PNOA)
  • Secure Horizons
  • Superior Ambetter
  • TRIWEST – PCCC Network
  • Tricare East
  • United Health Care
  • USA Managed Care

Children’s Medicaid

  • CHIP – MPI/TTC- Molina
  • CHIP – Superior
  • STAR – MPI/TTC- Amerigroup (children only)
  • STAR+PLUS – Superior
  • STAR+PLUS – TTC Amerigroup
  • STAR+PLUS – United Healthcare
  • STAR KIDS – Superior
  • STAR KIDS – TTC  Amerigroup
  • STAR KIDS – United Healthcare
There can often be many questions when seeing a new doctor. Here are a few of the frequently asked questions.
  1. What are the office hours?  We are open Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.   Dr. Phillips sees patients in Fredricksburg on Tuesday and Wednesday.
  2. How do I make an appointment? Call our office at 830-990-0991 during normal business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and someone will be happy to assist you in scheduling an appointment that is convenient for you. You can also fill out our online “Request an Appointment form“. A representative from our office will call you within 48 hours to confirm your appointment.
  3. Arrival at Appointment  If you prefer, you can print off the forms you need to complete for your appointment from our website under the Patient Forms button and bring them with you or our receptionist will give you the forms to complete when you arrive.  Please notify the receptionist of any address, phone, or insurance changes since your last appointment.  Please be aware that patients may be seen out of order of their arrival time.  We have multiple providers in the office which causes patients to be taken out of order.  Be assured that getting you in and out of our office in a timely manner is a priority for our practice.
  4. What happens if I need Surgery? All patients will be scheduled for a pre-operative evaluation with their primary physician. Once this evaluation is completed a pre-operative visit is scheduled with your physician. During this pre-operative visit, the recommendations from your primary physician are reviewed with your orthopedic surgeon. The operative procedure that is scheduled is again reviewed and all questions are answered.
  5. What if I have to cancel my appointment? Please call us at least 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Cancellations less than 24-hours are subject to a cancellation fee. Please speak with our office staff if there are any concerns regarding our policy.
  6. How do I get my prescription refilled? Please contact your pharmacy to request medication refills. Your pharmacy will notify our office of your refill request. We require 24 hours for a refill request. Please be aware that refills received on Fridays or holidays may not be authorized until the next business day.NOTE: The Physicians will not refill narcotic prescriptions without seeing you in the office. Please allow 24-48 hours (excluding weekends) for your prescription refill request to be processed. We ask that you request your medications at least 3 to 4 days before your prescription is due to run out. We will refill prescriptions that are currently only (prescribed within the last 3 months).
Printable patient forms are found below, or you can register with our Patient Portal and fill out the forms online. Patient Portal Login

New Patient Paperwork

Authorization Forms

Financial Policy

BOOK APPOINTMENT

 

Please fill out the following form to request an appointment with Dr. Phillips or call the office to set a time.

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