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Dr. Paul Wolfrom, DO

San Luis Obispo, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wolfrom, Anesthesiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Paul Wolfrom, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Wolfrom completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wolfrom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolfrom’s office at (805) 928-1731.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Arrowhead Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Wolfrom board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Wolfrom, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wolfrom speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wolfrom 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. Wolfrom. 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 here.

    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:

    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract

    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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wolfrom 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. Wolfrom. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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. Wolfrom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wolfrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 928-1731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wolfrom accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Dr. Wolfrom in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wolfrom's office located?

    Dr. Paul Wolfrom's Primary Practice

    1010 Murray Ave

    San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

    (805) 928-1731

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    Dr. Paul Wolfrom's Practice 2

    345 S Halcyon Rd

    Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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

    Dr. Wolfrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083687354.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolfrom?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Wolfrom's specialty?

    Dr. Wolfrom is a Anesthesiologist near San Luis Obispo, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wolfrom is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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 Paul Wolfrom accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Wolfrom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfrom's office at (805) 928-1731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Wolfrom?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfrom's office at (805) 928-1731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Wolfrom have?

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

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