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Dr. Paula Quinn, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Quinn, Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Paula Quinn, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Quinn graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Quinn is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quinn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quinn’s office.

    Where did Dr. Quinn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Quinn board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Quinn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Quinn speak?

    Dr. Quinn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Quinn typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Quinn 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. Quinn. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Colon
    • Colonic Disease
    • Indeterminate colon mass
    • Colon tumor of unknown nature
    • Colon neoplasm of uncertain behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D374: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of colon

    Does Dr. Quinn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Quinn 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. Quinn accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Quinn in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Quinn's office located?

    Dr. Paula Quinn's Primary Practice

    1555 Soquel Dr

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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    What is Dr. Quinn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Quinn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861565376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quinn?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Quinn

    What is Dr. Paula Quinn's specialty?

    Dr. Quinn is a Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA.

    Is this Dr. Paula Quinn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Quinn is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paula Quinn accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Quinn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Quinn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Quinn's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paula Quinn?

    Please contact Dr. Quinn's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Quinn have?

    Dr. Paula Quinn is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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