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Dr. Paul Turk, MD

Anesthesiologist

Macon, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turk, Anesthesiologist in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Paul Turk, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Turk graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine. Dr. Turk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turk’s office at (478) 633-1000.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Turk board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Turk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Turk speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Turk typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Turk 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. Turk. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Turk typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Turk performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Turk. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Turk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 633-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turk accept in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Turk in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Turk's office located?

    Dr. Paul Turk's Primary Practice

    777 Hemlock St

    Macon, GA 31201

    (478) 633-1000

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    Dr. Paul Turk's Practice 2

    2701 N Decatur Rd

    Decatur, GA 30033

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    What hospitals are Dr. Turk affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Turk has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Turk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689682494.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turk?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Turk's specialty?

    Dr. Turk is an Anesthesiologist near Macon, GA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Paul Turk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turk is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent 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

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    Is Dr. Paul Turk accepting new patients in Macon, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Turk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turk's office at (478) 633-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Turk?

    Please contact Dr. Turk's office at (478) 633-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turk's office located?

    Dr. Turk's offices are located in Macon, GA and Decatur, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Turk have?

    Dr. Paul Turk is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.