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Dr. Richard Paulsen, MD

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paulsen, Diagnostic Radiologist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Richard Paulsen, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Paulsen completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Neuroradiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Paulsen is fluent in English, 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 (502) 259-5955.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Neuroradiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky

    Is Dr. Paulsen board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Paulsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Paulsen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paulsen treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Vertebral Compression Fracture
    • Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
    • Brittle Bone Fracture
    • Fragility Fracture
    • Fragility Fracture of Spine
    • Pathological Vertebral Fracture
    • Spinal Compression Fracture from Osteoporosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
    • M8088XA: Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Vertebral Artery Blockage
    • Vascular Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing
    • Left Vertebral Artery Stenosis
    • Left Vertebral Artery Occlusion
    • Narrowing of Left Vertebral Artery
    • Blood Vessel Disease
    • Circulatory System Disorder
    • Artery Problems
    • Vessel Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
    • I6502: Occlusion and stenosis of left vertebral artery
    • I6501: Occlusion and stenosis of right vertebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Carotid Artery Bulge
    • Neck Artery Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Blood Vessel Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I720: Aneurysm of carotid artery
    • I725: Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Broken first lumbar vertebra (wedge compression)
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar compression fracture
    • Broken lower back bone
    • Vertebral fracture
    • Spinal column fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S32010G: Wedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Spine Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Back
    • Vertebral Fracture
    • Thoracic Spine Fracture
    • Compression Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S22080G: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Clot Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I63232: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Paulsen perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard 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 (502) 259-5955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paulsen accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Paulsen in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paulsen's office located?

    Dr. Richard Paulsen's Primary Practice

    3900 Kresge Way Ste 51

    Louisville, KY 40207

    (502) 259-5955

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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 1780692996.

    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. Richard Paulsen's specialty?

    Dr. Paulsen is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Louisville, KY. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Paulsen to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Paulsen is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Floyd 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is Richard Paulsen accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Paulsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (502) 259-5955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Paulsen?

    Please contact Dr. Paulsen's office at (502) 259-5955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Paulsen have?

    Dr. Richard Paulsen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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