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Dr. Cynthia Paulsen, DO

Dr. Cynthia Paulsen, DO

Evanston, IL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paulsen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Cynthia Paulsen, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Paulsen graduated from University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Resurrection Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Paulsen is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paulsen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paulsen’s office at (847) 570-2115.

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

    • Residency: Resurrection Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Resurrection Mc | Presence Resurrection Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences | Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paulsen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Paulsen treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

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

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Cynthia Paulsen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Paulsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paulsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 570-2115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paulsen accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Paulsen in Evanston, IL 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)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paulsen's office located?

    Dr. Cynthia Paulsen's Primary Practice

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (847) 570-2115

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    Dr. Cynthia Paulsen's Practice 2

    3304 W Touhy Ave

    Skokie, IL 60076

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    Dr. Cynthia Paulsen's Practice 3

    501 Skokie Blvd

    Northbrook, IL 60062

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

    Dr. Paulsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487691218.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paulsen?

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

    What is Dr. Cynthia Paulsen's specialty?

    Dr. Paulsen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Evanston, IL. 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. Paulsen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cynthia Paulsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paulsen is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital 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 Cynthia Paulsen accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Cynthia Paulsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cynthia Paulsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (847) 570-2115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cynthia Paulsen?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (847) 570-2115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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