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Dr. William Paule, MD

Physiatrist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist

Santa Barbara, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Paule, Physiatrist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. William Paule, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paule completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Paule is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paule’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paule’s office at (805) 324-8336.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Paule board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. William Paule, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Paule speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Paule typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Paule 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. Paule. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Drug Use Disorder
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Substance Use Disorder
    • Drug Abuse
    • Chemical Dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1990: Other psychoactive substance use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sedative Addiction
    • Medicines
    • Sedative dependence
    • Sleeping pill addiction
    • Anxiety medication dependence

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1320: Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Paule typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. William Paule may include:

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

    Does Dr. Paule accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paule accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 324-8336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paule accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Paule in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paule's office located?

    Dr. William Paule's Primary Practice

    628 W Micheltorena St

    Santa Barbara, CA 93101

    (805) 324-8336

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    Dr. William Paule's Practice 2

    3400 Loma Vista Rd Ste 9

    Ventura, CA 93003

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    Dr. William Paule's Practice 3

    5580 Calle Real

    Goleta, CA 93111

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

    Dr. Paule's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750318432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paule?

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

    What is Dr. William Paule's specialty?

    Dr. Paule is a Physiatrist near Santa Barbara, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. William Paule affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Paule 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. William Paule accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. William Paule is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Paule offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paule's office at (805) 324-8336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Paule?

    Please contact Dr. Paule's office at (805) 324-8336 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paule's office located?

    Dr. Paule's offices are located in Santa Barbara, CA, Ventura, CA, and Goleta, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Paule have?

    Dr. William Paule is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.