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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salem, Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Paul Salem, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Salem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (202) 352-5697.
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Salem treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Salem perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Salem may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salem's office.
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 352-5697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Salem in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Kennon & Company
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
Dr. Paul Salem's Primary Practice
9618 Huebner Rd Ste 202
San Antonio, TX 78240
(202) 352-5697
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831621002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Paul Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Salem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salem is affiliated with Foundation Surgical Hospital Of San Antonio 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
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Is Paul Salem accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Paul Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (202) 352-5697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (202) 352-5697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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