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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paz-Lum, Internist in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Petaluma, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Paz-Lum graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Paz-Lum is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paz-Lum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paz-Lum’s office at (415) 492-3333.
Where did Dr. Paz-Lum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Paz-Lum speak?
Dr. Paz-Lum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Paz-Lum typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Paz-Lum 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. Paz-Lum. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Paz-Lum typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum 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. Paz-Lum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paz-Lum accept my insurance?
Dr. Paz-Lum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 492-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paz-Lum accept in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Paz-Lum in Petaluma, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paz-Lum's office located?
Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum's Primary Practice
3900 Lakeville Hwy
Petaluma, CA 94954
(415) 492-3333
Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum's Practice 2
4000 Civic Center Dr Ste 200
San Rafael, CA 94903
What is Dr. Paz-Lum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paz-Lum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205082799.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paz-Lum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paz-Lum
What is Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum's specialty?
Dr. Paz-Lum is a Internist near Petaluma, 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. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paz-Lum is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca 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 Maria Theresa Paz-Lum accepting new patients in Petaluma, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Theresa Paz-Lum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paz-Lum's office at (415) 492-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Theresa Paz-Lum?
Please contact Dr. Paz-Lum's office at (415) 492-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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