David L Paulson, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
David L Paulson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Orem, UT with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 26 years in psychiatry & neurology, David L Paulson, MD is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Orem. Trained at University of Utah School of Medicine (class of 2000), he has been practicing for over 26 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include anxiety, mood disorders, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in Utah
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1268dNPPES updated 2022-12-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)
Contact & Location
Practice Location
361 E 1200 S Suite 201, Orem, UT 84058-6904
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92%
Utah avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.2 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in UtahHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
98
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,707
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $206k
Percentile rankings compared against 531 reporting peers in Utah.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$297 received from industry
18 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to David L Paulson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2000
University of Utah School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 1, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Utah School of Medicine (Class of 2000)
Mailing address
361 E 1200 S Ste 201, Orem, UT 84058-6904
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With David L Paulson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David L Paulson for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Orem required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David L Paulson
NPI records show Dr. Paulson as active with telehealth listed in Orem, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 224-3014.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David L Paulson
Practice Location
361 E 1200 S Suite 201, Orem, UT 84058-6904
Mailing Address
361 E 1200 S Ste 201, Orem, UT 84058-6904
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