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Dr. Scott Paulsen, MD

Des Moines, IA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paulsen, Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Scott Paulsen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Paulsen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology. Dr. Paulsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paulsen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paulsen’s office at (515) 401-1950.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Paulsen board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Paulsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Paulsen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paulsen treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Paulsen 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. Paulsen. 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Does Dr. Paulsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paulsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 401-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paulsen accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Paulsen in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Paulsen's office located?

    Dr. Scott Paulsen's Primary Practice

    1200 Pleasant St

    Des Moines, IA 50309

    (515) 401-1950

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    Dr. Scott Paulsen's Practice 2

    4200 University Ave Ste 300

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (515) 401-1950

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    Dr. Scott Paulsen's Practice 3

    1600 60th St

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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

    Dr. Paulsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760516009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paulsen?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Paulsen's specialty?

    Dr. Paulsen is a Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Paulsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Paulsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paulsen is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Scott Paulsen accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Paulsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Paulsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (515) 401-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Paulsen?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (515) 401-1950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Paulsen have?

    Dr. Scott Paulsen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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