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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giem, Internist in Mountain Mesa, CA?
Dr. Paul Giem, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mountain Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. 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 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 as an Internist?
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 an Internist like Dr. Giem typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. 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:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Giem typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Giem may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Giem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Giem's office located?
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 Internist near Mountain Mesa, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Giem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giem is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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