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Dr. Paul Tharp, MD

Dr. Paul Tharp, MD

Newport Beach, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tharp, Anesthesiologist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Paul Tharp, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Tharp graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tharp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tharp’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tharp’s office at (949) 764-6954.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tharp board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Tharp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tharp speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tharp treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tharp 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. Tharp. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    What procedures does Dr. Tharp perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tharp performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tharp. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Tharp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tharp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 764-6954 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tharp accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Tharp in Newport Beach, 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

    • CalOptima

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tharp's office located?

    Dr. Paul Tharp's Primary Practice

    1 Hoag Dr

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 764-6954

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    Dr. Paul Tharp's Practice 2

    16250 Sand Canyon Ave

    Irvine, CA 92618

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    Dr. Paul Tharp's Practice 3

    22 Corporate Plaza Dr Ste 150

    Newport Beach, CA 92660

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

    Dr. Tharp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356381941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tharp?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Tharp's specialty?

    Dr. Tharp is a Anesthesiologist near Newport Beach, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Tharp to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tharp is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Hoag Orthopaedic Institute 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Paul Tharp accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Tharp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tharp's office at (949) 764-6954 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Tharp?

    Please contact Dr. Tharp's office at (949) 764-6954 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Tharp have?

    Dr. Paul Tharp is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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