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Dr. Drew Paulson, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paulson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Drew Paulson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Paulson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paulson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paulson’s office at (210) 297-3000.

    Is Dr. Paulson board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Drew Paulson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paulson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paulson treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paulson 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. Paulson. 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:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Paulson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Drew Paulson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paulson's office.

    Does Dr. Paulson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paulson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 297-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paulson accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Paulson in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paulson's office located?

    Dr. Drew Paulson's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 297-3000

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    Dr. Drew Paulson's Practice 2

    100 Medical Pkwy

    Lakeway, TX 78738

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    Dr. Drew Paulson's Practice 3

    520 Madison Oak Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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

    Dr. Paulson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033398912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paulson?

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

    What is Dr. Drew Paulson's specialty?

    Dr. Paulson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Paulson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Drew Paulson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paulson is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Drew Paulson accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Drew Paulson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Drew Paulson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paulson's office at (210) 297-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Drew Paulson?

    Please contact Dr. Paulson's office at (210) 297-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Drew Paulson have?

    Dr. Drew Paulson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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