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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dexter, Internist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Paul Dexter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dexter graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dexter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dexter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dexter’s office at (317) 630-7979.
Where did Dr. Dexter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dexter speak?
Dr. Dexter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dexter typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dexter 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. Dexter. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dexter typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Dexter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dexter accept my insurance?
Dr. Dexter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 630-7979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dexter accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Dexter in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dexter's office located?
What is Dr. Dexter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dexter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770540718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dexter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dexter
What is Dr. Paul Dexter's specialty?
Dr. Dexter is a Internist near Indianapolis, IN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Dexter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dexter is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Dexter accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Paul Dexter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Dexter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (317) 630-7979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Dexter?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (317) 630-7979 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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