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Dr. Edward Paul, MD

Shreveport, LA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paul, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Edward Paul, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Paul graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Paul is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (318) 212-3500.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | La State University School Of Med

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

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

    Yes, Dr. Edward Paul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paul speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Paul may include:

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

    Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paul accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Paul in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Paul's office located?

    Dr. Edward Paul's Primary Practice

    8001 Youree Dr

    Shreveport, LA 71115

    (318) 212-3500

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    Dr. Edward Paul's Practice 2

    PO Box

    Columbia, LA 71418

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    Dr. Edward Paul's Practice 3

    7939 Highway 165

    Columbia, LA 71418

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

    Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609868892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Paul's specialty?

    Dr. Paul is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Paul is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital 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 Edward Paul accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Edward Paul offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (318) 212-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Paul?

    Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (318) 212-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Paul have?

    Dr. Edward Paul is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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