32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deaton, Critical Care Internist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Paul Deaton, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Deaton graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at University of Alabama Hospital Program. Dr. Deaton is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deaton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deaton’s office at (901) 276-2662.
Where did Dr. Deaton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Deaton speak?
Dr. Deaton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Deaton treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Deaton 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. Deaton. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Deaton perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Deaton may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Deaton's office.
Does Dr. Deaton accept my insurance?
Dr. Deaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 276-2662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deaton accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Deaton in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Deaton's office located?
Dr. Paul Deaton's Primary Practice
5050 Poplar Ave Ste 800
Memphis, TN 38157
(901) 276-2662
What is Dr. Deaton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235110313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deaton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deaton
What is Dr. Paul Deaton's specialty?
Dr. Deaton is a Critical Care Internist near Memphis, TN. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Deaton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Deaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deaton is affiliated with Methodist University 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Paul Deaton accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Paul Deaton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Deaton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deaton's office at (901) 276-2662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Deaton?
Please contact Dr. Deaton's office at (901) 276-2662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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