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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simpson, Pulmonologist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Paul Simpson, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simpson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simpson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simpson’s office at (714) 481-0172.
What languages does Dr. Simpson speak?
Dr. Simpson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Simpson treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Simpson 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. Simpson. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
- Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
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
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Simpson perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Simpson may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Simpson's office.
Does Dr. Simpson accept my insurance?
Dr. Simpson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 481-0172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simpson accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Simpson 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
Alliant Techsystems
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Simpson's office located?
Dr. Paul Simpson's Primary Practice
2501 E Chapman Ave Ste 225
Fullerton, CA 92831
(714) 481-0172
What is Dr. Simpson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simpson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104169978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simpson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simpson
What is Dr. Paul Simpson's specialty?
Dr. Simpson is a Pulmonologist near Fullerton, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Simpson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Simpson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simpson is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, UCI Health - Placentia Linda, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, PIH Health Whittier Hospital 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
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Is Paul Simpson accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Simpson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Simpson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simpson's office at (714) 481-0172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Simpson?
Please contact Dr. Simpson's office at (714) 481-0172 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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