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Dr. Paul Morales, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morales, Hospitalist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Paul Morales, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Morales is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morales’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morales’s office at (206) 987-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Morales speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Morales typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Morales 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. Morales. 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:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Drug Withdrawal (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)
    • Pregnancy and Substance Use
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • NAS in newborns
    • Infant opioid withdrawal
    • Baby drug dependency symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P961: Neonatal withdrawal symptoms from maternal use of drugs of addiction

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Feeding Problems
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant and Newborn Nutrition
    • Infant Feeding Difficulties
    • Newborn Eating Issues
    • Neonatal Feeding Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Morales typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Morales may include:

    Please contact Dr. Morales' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Morales accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morales accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Morales in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Microsoft

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Morales' office located?

    Dr. Paul Morales' Primary Practice

    4800 Sand Point Way NE # 7

    Seattle, WA 98105

    (206) 987-2000

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

    Dr. Morales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932630266.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morales?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Morales's specialty?

    Dr. Morales is a Hospitalist near Seattle, WA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. Morales is affiliated with Evergreenhealth 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Paul Morales accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Morales offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morales's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Morales?

    Please contact Dr. Morales's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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