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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assaad, Internist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Paul Assaad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Assaad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assaad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assaad’s office.
Is Dr. Assaad board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Assaad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Assaad speak?
Dr. Assaad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Assaad treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Assaad 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. Assaad. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis from Alcohol Use
- Pancreatitis
- Alcoholic Pancreatitis
- Alcohol-related Pancreas Inflammation
- Alcohol-induced Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8520: Alcohol induced acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Assaad perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Assaad 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Assaad's office.
Does Dr. Assaad accept my insurance?
Dr. Assaad 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. Assaad accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Assaad in Fullerton, 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
CalOptima
Centene
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Assaad's office located?
What is Dr. Assaad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assaad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518267186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assaad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assaad
What is Dr. Paul Assaad's specialty?
Dr. Assaad is a Internist near Fullerton, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Assaad to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Assaad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assaad is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Internist?
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Is Paul Assaad accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Assaad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Assaad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assaad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Assaad?
Please contact Dr. Assaad's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Assaad have?
Dr. Paul Assaad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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