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Dr. Dustin Paz, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

South San Francisco, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Dustin Paz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Paz completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Emergency Medicine; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Transitional Year. Dr. Paz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paz’s office at (650) 742-2000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Emergency Medicine; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

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

    Yes, Dr. Dustin Paz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paz speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paz 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. Paz. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dustin Paz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Paz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 742-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paz accept in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Paz in South San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paz's office located?

    Dr. Dustin Paz's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

    (650) 742-2000

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    Dr. Dustin Paz's Practice 2

    395 Hickey Blvd

    Daly City, CA 94015

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

    Dr. Paz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427095587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paz?

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

    What is Dr. Dustin Paz's specialty?

    Dr. Paz is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near South San Francisco, CA.

    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. Dustin Paz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paz is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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. Dustin Paz accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dustin Paz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dustin Paz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (650) 742-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dustin Paz?

    Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (650) 742-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paz's office located?

    Dr. Paz's offices are located in South San Francisco, CA and Daly City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dustin Paz have?

    Dr. Dustin Paz is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.