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Dr. Megan Paul, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Paul, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Megan Paul, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Paul graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Arizona HSC. Dr. Paul is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (858) 966-5851.
Where did Dr. Paul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arizona HSC
Medical School: University of Arizona, College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paul speak?
Dr. Paul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Paul treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Cancer
- Brainstem Glioma
- Malignant Brainstem Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C717: Malignant neoplasm of brain stem
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Desmoid Tumor
- Desmoid tumor
- Aggressive Fibromatosis
- Deep Fibromatosis
- Desmoid Fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D48119: Desmoid tumor of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Central Nervous System Cancer
- Cancer
- CNS Cancer
- Malignant CNS Tumor
- Cancer of the Brain and Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- C729: Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Which procedures does Dr. Paul perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Megan Paul may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paul's office.
Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paul accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul in San Diego, 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
Centene
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Other Health Care Provider
Scripps Health
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Paul's office located?
Dr. Megan Paul's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way # 5003
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-5851
What is Dr. Paul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427495894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paul
What is Dr. Megan Paul's specialty?
Dr. Paul is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Paul to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Megan Paul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paul is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Megan Paul accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Megan Paul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Megan Paul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (858) 966-5851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Megan Paul?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (858) 966-5851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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