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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Paul Horton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Horton graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Emory Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Horton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horton’s office at (336) 765-9328.
Where did Dr. Horton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | EMORY HEALTHCARE
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center
Is Dr. Horton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Horton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Horton speak?
Dr. Horton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Horton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Horton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Horton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Horton accept my insurance?
Dr. Horton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 765-9328 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horton accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Horton in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Horton's office located?
What is Dr. Horton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740265289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horton
What is Dr. Paul Horton's specialty?
Dr. Horton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Winston Salem, NC.
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. Paul Horton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horton is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Paul Horton accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Paul Horton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Horton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (336) 765-9328 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Horton?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (336) 765-9328 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Horton have?
Dr. Paul Horton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Emergency Department
3333 Silas Creek Pkwy
Winston Salem, NC 27103