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Dr. Michael Paulsen, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paulsen, Thoracic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Michael Paulsen, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paulsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paulsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paulsen’s office at (650) 723-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Paulsen speak?

    Dr. Paulsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paulsen treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Paulsen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Paulsen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5084: End stage heart failure

    Does Dr. Paulsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paulsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paulsen accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Paulsen in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CenCal Health

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Santa Barbara Select IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paulsen's office located?

    Dr. Michael Paulsen's Primary Practice

    2400 Bath St Ste 102

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. Michael Paulsen's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Dr. Michael Paulsen's Practice 3

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    What is Dr. Paulsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Paulsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063832442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paulsen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paulsen

    What is Dr. Michael Paulsen's specialty?

    Dr. Paulsen is a Thoracic Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Paulsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Paulsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paulsen is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?

    Explore Thoracic Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Michael Paulsen accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Paulsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Paulsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Paulsen?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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