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Dr. Richard Paustian, MD

Dr. Richard Paustian, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Paustian, MD is a cardiologist in Helena, MT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Paustian has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

32 Medical Park Dr Helena, MT 59601
(406) 459-6111

Dr. Paustian is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Paustian specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Paustian's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paustian

4.3

13 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
77%
77%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mar 18, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David Walker – Jul 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Kaitlyn – Dec 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bill FitzGerald in Helena, MT – Feb 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
john C. in Helena, MT – Dec 25, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We are medical professionals striving to provide you with the best and most efficient cardiovascular care. This is a very dynamic field in medicine with change occuring seemingly daily. We try to keep up with these changes to provide you with the latest in cardiovascular care and managment

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Emory Affil Hosps

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977

  • Purdue University / Main Campus

    Undergraduate School, 1974

  • Board Certified In Echocardiography And Cardiac Ct

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Paustian is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, 0

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Locations

Practice

Office32 Medical Park Dr Helena, MT 59601
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center

    2475 E Broadway St
    Helena, MT 59601

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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