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Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Paula Plummer, M.D.)

(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine

University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1979)

Professional interests include: allergic reaction, hypertension (high blood pressure), asthma, and more.

12606 West Houston Center Boulevard Suite 210
Houston, TX 77082

(281) 870-8200

Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX specializing in family medicine. She graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1979 and has 47 years of experience. Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare, Memorial Hermann and HCA Houston Healthcare West.

Office Locations

HCA Houston Healthcare West

12606 West Houston Center Boulevard Suite 210
Houston, TX 77082

(281) 870-8200

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Some issues Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD can help you with:

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2012 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	277
preventive care	14
vaccines	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2013 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	284
preventive care	22
vaccines	22

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2014 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	249
preventive care	32
vaccines	32

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	18
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	61
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2014

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2015 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	308
preventive care	25
vaccines	25

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	142
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2015

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	309
preventive care	37
vaccines	37

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	66
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2016

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2017 were preventive care, vaccines, breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	12
doctor visit	330
gynecologic procedures	12
preventive care	36
vaccines	36

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	60
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2017

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2018 were preventive care, vaccines, weight management and mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	12
doctor visit	290
gynecologic procedures	12
mental health therapy	16
preventive care	26
vaccines	26
weight management	16

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2018

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	333
preventive care	23
vaccines	23

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	80

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2019

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	260

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	336

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	55
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	386

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	73

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	55
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Houston, TX were preventive care, vaccines, weight management and mental health therapy.

breast exam	12
doctor visit	305
gynecologic procedures	12
mental health therapy	16
preventive care	26
vaccines	26
weight management	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	74

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	13
Asian / Pacific Islander	14
Non-Hispanic White	56
Hispanic	3
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	67

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	15
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	12
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1979. She completed residency at St Joseph Hospital Family Practice Residency. She has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1979)

Residency: St Joseph Hospital Family Practice Residency (1981)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital

HCA Houston Healthcare

Memorial Hermann

HCA Houston Healthcare West

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Employers Health Network, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, United Healthcare, WellPoint, Aetna Medicare, Memorial Hermann Advantage HMO, Aetna Most Benefit Plans, Memorial Hermann Solutions, Community Health Choice Marketplace QHP, HMO Blue Texas, Aetna Memorial Hermann, Medicare Traditional and Community Hlth MCR D-SNP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Cigna

Employers Health Network

BlueCross BlueShield of Texas

United Healthcare

WellPoint

Aetna Medicare

Memorial Hermann Advantage HMO

Aetna Most Benefit Plans

Memorial Hermann Solutions

Community Health Choice Marketplace QHP

HMO Blue Texas

Aetna Memorial Hermann

Medicare Traditional

Community Hlth MCR D-SNP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD has an average of 2.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paula C. Plummer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$1,434 FARXIGA $1,007	BYDUREON $125	BYDUREON PEN $77	ONGLYZA $76	BYDUREON WEEKLY $71	Other $78
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$712 XARELTO $425	INVOKANA $274	$13
Lilly USA, LLC	$609 TRULICITY $218	JARDIANCE $179	MOUNJARO $78	REYVOW $45	EMGALITY $35	Other $54
Abbott Laboratories	$296 FreeStyle Libre $128	Freestyle Libre 2 $107	FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 $61
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$217 TRELEGY ELLIPTA $87	SHINGRIX $37	TANZEUM $36	AREXVY $32	VENTOLIN $24
Other	$1,673 Horizant $122	Repatha $118	SAMSCA $116	LANTUS $94	RYBELSUS $81	Other $1,143

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,865
Education	$75

Biography

Dr. Paula Plummer is a Houston, TX physician who specializes in family medicine. These areas are among her clinical interests: diabetes, warts, and allergic reaction. Patients gave her an average rating of 2.5 stars (out of 5). Dr. Plummer can take WellPoint, Aetna Medicare, Blue California, and more. She studied medicine at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Dr. Plummer is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital and HCA Houston Healthcare. According to Memorial Hermann, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Houston, TX.