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Who is Dr. Bunge, Internist in Mount Vernon, WA?
Dr. Paul Bunge is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bunge completed his residency at Madigan Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bunge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bunge’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bunge’s office.
Where did Dr. Bunge go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Madigan Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo
Is Dr. Bunge board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Bunge is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bunge speak?
Dr. Bunge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Bunge typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bunge 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. Bunge. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bunge typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Bunge may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Bunge's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bunge accept my insurance?
Dr. Bunge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bunge accept in Mount Vernon, WA?
Dr. Bunge in Mount Vernon, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bunge's office located?
What is Dr. Bunge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bunge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033228762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bunge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bunge
What is Dr. Paul Bunge's specialty?
Dr. Bunge is a Internist near Mount Vernon, WA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Bunge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bunge is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Bunge accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, WA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Bunge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Bunge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bunge's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Bunge?
Please contact Dr. Bunge's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Bunge have?
Dr. Paul Bunge is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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