Summary

Dr. Paula Watson treats obstructive sleep apnea, sleep apnea, and sleep apnea in children, and performs pulmonary function testing and at-home sleep studies. She practices pulmonology and sleep medicine and has 36 years of experience. Dr. Watson is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and sees patients in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned her medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Watson 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Lung Institute One Hundred Oaks

719 Thompson Ln Ste 20300Nashville, TN 37204
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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36 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNMurfreesboro , TNCincinnati , OHFranklin , TN
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Paula Lou Watson

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - PPO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Paula Lou Watson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Paula Lou Watson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Sepsis (Blood Poisoning)
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Sleep Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Paula Lou Watson holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Paula Lou Watson's NPI number is 1780776104.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paula Watson accepting new patients?
Paula Watson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Paula Watson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Paula Watson speak?
Paula Watson speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Watson?
You can find contact information for Paula Watson here on Vitals.
Does Paula Watson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Paula Watson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Paula Watson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Paula Watson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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