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Dr. Thomas Paluska

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Thornton, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paluska, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Thomas Paluska is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thornton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Paluska graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Paluska is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paluska’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paluska’s office at (303) 450-4482.

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

    • Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Nat'L Naval Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paluska speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paluska typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paluska 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. Paluska. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Paluska typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Paluska may include:

    Please contact Dr. Paluska's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Paluska accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paluska accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 450-4482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paluska accept in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Paluska in Thornton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paluska's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Paluska's Primary Practice

    9191 Grant St

    Thornton, CO 80229

    (303) 450-4482

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    Dr. Thomas Paluska's Practice 2

    41 State Highway 67

    Woodland Park, CO 80863

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    Dr. Thomas Paluska's Practice 3

    16320 W 64th Ave

    Arvada, CO 80007

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

    Dr. Paluska's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801862420.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paluska?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Paluska's specialty?

    Dr. Paluska is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Thornton, CO.

    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 Dr. Thomas Paluska affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paluska is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Hca Healthone Swedish, Nmc Health Medical Center, Salina Regional Health 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Thomas Paluska accepting new patients in Thornton, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Paluska is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Paluska offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paluska's office at (303) 450-4482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Paluska?

    Please contact Dr. Paluska's office at (303) 450-4482 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paluska's office located?

    Dr. Paluska's offices are located in Thornton, CO, Woodland Park, CO, and Arvada, CO.