Dr. Phillip E. Essay
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 31 years
- Graduated from: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1990
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1801851175
Dr. Phillip E. Essay MD
Anesthesiologist
He is located at 7121 Stephanie Lane Suite 102 in Lincoln, NE 68516. Can help patients with the following: Acute Pain, Back Pain, General Anesthesia, Low Back Pain, Regional Anesthesia, Wrist Surgery. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801851175. Appointment can be made via the phone number (402) 413-5010. He is affiliated with 3 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Phillip E. Essay, being an anesthesiologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Phillip E. Essay.
- Acute Pain
- Back Pain
- Car Accident Injuries
- Chronic Pain
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- General Anesthesia
- Low Back Pain
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
- Nerve Damage
- Pain Medication Management
- Painful Disorders
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Regional Anesthesia
- Sedation
- Wrist Surgery
Procedures Performed by Dr. Phillip E. Essay
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Phillip E. Essay as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Bronze HSA | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Clear Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| HeartlandBlue Bronze HSA 6500 NEtwork Blue | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Elite | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Phillip E. Essay is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Phillip E. Essay is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Pain Management (also registered under: Practitioner - Anesthesiology) .
Bills through: Hillcrest Home Care Inc.
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Nevro | $63483 |
| St. Jude Medical | $2132 |
| Supernus Pharmaceuticals | $145 |
Other
| Other | $34095 |
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $16000 |
| Travel and Lodging | $8899 |
| Food and Beverage | $6094 |
| Consulting | $1806 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1990Additional Specialities
- Pain Medicine Specialist
Affiliated practices
Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Phillip E. Essay treat?
Dr. Phillip E. Essay provides treatment for Acute Pain, Back Pain, General Anesthesia, Low Back Pain, Regional Anesthesia, Wrist Surgery. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. Phillip E. Essay affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Phillip E. Essay is affiliated with BRYAN MEDICAL CENTER. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Phillip E. Essay have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Phillip E. Essay is affiliated with Nebraska Spine Center. For the full list of practices see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Phillip E. Essay?
Dr. Phillip E. Essay's office is located at 7121 Stephanie Lane Suite 102 in Lincoln, NE 68516.
Does Dr. Phillip E. Essay accept patients with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska?
Yes, Dr. Phillip E. Essay is listed in-network for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.