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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. Dr. Assaad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assaad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Assaad typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Assaad typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Assaad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 Assaad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assaad is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Uci Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 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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