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Dr. Christoffer Poulsen, DO

Dr. Christoffer Poulsen, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Eugene, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poulsen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Eugene, OR?

    Dr. Christoffer Poulsen, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Eugene, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Poulsen graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Dr. Poulsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poulsen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poulsen’s office at (541) 344-8757.

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

    • Residency: OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Poulsen board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christoffer Poulsen, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2008

    What languages does Dr. Poulsen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulsen typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poulsen 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. Poulsen. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poulsen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christoffer Poulsen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Poulsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poulsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 344-8757 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poulsen accept in Eugene, OR?

    Dr. Poulsen in Eugene, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Atrio Holding Company

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Moda Health

    • PacificSource

    • State of Oregon

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Poulsen's office located?

    Dr. Christoffer Poulsen's Primary Practice

    1255 Hilyard St

    Eugene, OR 97401

    (541) 344-8757

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    Dr. Christoffer Poulsen's Practice 2

    3333 Riverbend Dr

    Springfield, OR 97477

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    Dr. Christoffer Poulsen's Practice 3

    900 11th St SE

    Bandon, OR 97411

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

    Dr. Poulsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427251396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poulsen?

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

    What is Dr. Christoffer Poulsen's specialty?

    Dr. Poulsen is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Eugene, OR.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Christoffer Poulsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poulsen is affiliated with Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Mckenzie-Willamette Medical Center, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Willamette Valley Medical Center, Providence Willamette Falls 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Christoffer Poulsen accepting new patients in Eugene, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Christoffer Poulsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christoffer Poulsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poulsen's office at (541) 344-8757 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christoffer Poulsen?

    Please contact Dr. Poulsen's office at (541) 344-8757 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Poulsen's office located?

    Dr. Poulsen's offices are located in Eugene, OR, Springfield, OR, and Bandon, OR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christoffer Poulsen have?

    Dr. Christoffer Poulsen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.