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Dr. Paula Turner, MD

Hospitalist

Troy, MI

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turner, Hospitalist in Troy, MI?

    Dr. Paula Turner, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Troy, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Turner completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (248) 691-8646.

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

    • Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Turner speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Turner may include:

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

    Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 691-8646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Troy, MI?

    Dr. Turner in Troy, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Zing Health

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    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Paula Turner's Primary Practice

    44201 Dequindre Rd

    Troy, MI 48085

    (248) 691-8646

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    Dr. Paula Turner's Practice 2

    3601 W 13 Mile Rd

    Royal Oak, MI 48073

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    Dr. Paula Turner's Practice 3

    12745 S Saginaw St

    Grand Blanc, MI 48439

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

    Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710900279.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Turner's specialty?

    Dr. Turner is a Hospitalist near Troy, MI.

    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 Dr. Paula Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turner is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital 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 Dr. Paula Turner accepting new patients in Troy, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Turner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Turner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (248) 691-8646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Turner?

    Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (248) 691-8646 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turner's office located?

    Dr. Turner's offices are located in Troy, MI, Royal Oak, MI, and Grand Blanc, MI.