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Dr. Paul Ehlers

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ehlers, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Paul Ehlers is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ehlers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ehlers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ehlers’s office at (415) 353-1037.

    What languages does Dr. Ehlers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ehlers treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ehlers 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. Ehlers. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    Which procedures does Dr. Ehlers perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Ehlers may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ehlers' office.

    Does Dr. Ehlers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ehlers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-1037 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ehlers accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Ehlers in San Francisco, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ehlers' office located?

    Dr. Paul Ehlers' Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave Rm L126

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-1037

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    Dr. Paul Ehlers' Practice 2

    1001 Potrero Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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    Dr. Paul Ehlers' Practice 3

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Ehlers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972007847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ehlers?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Ehlers's specialty?

    Dr. Ehlers is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ehlers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Ehlers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ehlers is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael 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

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    Is Paul Ehlers accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Ehlers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Ehlers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ehlers's office at (415) 353-1037 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Ehlers?

    Please contact Dr. Ehlers's office at (415) 353-1037 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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