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Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 47
Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD
4.5 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 47
Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Des Moines, IA. They currently practice at Iowa Orthopedic Center and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. Dr. Paulson has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Paulson received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Paulson is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Wait Times

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Friendly Staff

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Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Limb Pain
Neuroplasty
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Limb Pain
Neuroplasty
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Broken Arm
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Humerus Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Wrist Sprain or Strain
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Alliance Select

Locations

  1. 1 Iowa Orthopaedic Center, P.C.
    450 Laurel St Ste A, Des Moines, IA 50314

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paulson
4.5
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
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1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 31, 2020
Just the best. If you're in pain, he addresses it. If you need injections, you get them. He's quick with the needle, and quick with a conversation to distract from the needle. I feel like he really cares about me.
Lynne C. — Aug 31, 2020
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Hand Surgery
Board Certifications
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Paulson's profile.

Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Benjamin Paulson, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Hand Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA