Nicholas J Paulk, MD
Nicholas J Paulk is a Surgery specialist based in Salt Lake City, UT with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nicholas J Paulk, MD has practiced surgery for 20+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1521 E 3900 S Ste 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84124-1550
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better20%
Utah avg: 6.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+14.9 pts)
20% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
43
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
27
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
55
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$512 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Nicholas J Paulk's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 5, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
305 Florentine Ln, Centerville, UT 84014-2829
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Nicholas J Paulk
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nicholas J Paulk for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salt Lake City 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 Nicholas J Paulk
NPI records show Dr. Paulk as active with telehealth listed in Salt Lake City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 268-3800.
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 Nicholas J Paulk
Practice Location
1521 E 3900 S Ste 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84124-1550
Mailing Address
305 Florentine Ln, Centerville, UT 84014-2829
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