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Dr. Paul Giem, MD

Mountain Mesa, CA

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    Who is Dr. Giem, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Mountain Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Paul Giem, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mountain Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Giem completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Giem is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giem’s office at (661) 945-5984.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Giem board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Giem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Giem speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Giem treat?

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

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    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:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tietze Syndrome
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Chondrocostal junction syndrome
    • Chest wall pain
    • Costochondritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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

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

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

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

    Does Dr. Giem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Giem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 945-5984 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Giem accept in Mountain Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Giem in Mountain Mesa, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Giem's office located?

    Dr. Paul Giem's Primary Practice

    6412 Laurel Ave

    Mountain Mesa, CA 93240

    (661) 945-5984

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    Dr. Paul Giem's Practice 2

    123 W Manchester Blvd

    Inglewood, CA 90301

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    Dr. Paul Giem's Practice 3

    38350 40th St E

    Palmdale, CA 93552

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

    Dr. Giem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366499774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giem?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Giem's specialty?

    Dr. Giem is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Mountain Mesa, 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. Giem to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Giem is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Giem accepting new patients in Mountain Mesa, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Giem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Giem's office at (661) 945-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Giem?

    Please contact Dr. Giem's office at (661) 945-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Giem have?

    Dr. Paul Giem is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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