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Who is Dr. Burlew, Trauma Surgeon in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Clay Burlew, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Burlew graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, completed her residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery, and is currently affiliated with Denver Health & Hospital Authority. Dr. Burlew is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burlew’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burlew’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burlew?
Dr. Clay Burlew, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Trauma Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burlew empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in General Surgery, Trauma/Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora, CO community, Dr. Burlew is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Burlew go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Burlew board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Clay Burlew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Burlew speak?
Dr. Burlew and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Burlew typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Burlew diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Burlew. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Burlew typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Burlew performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Burlew. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Does Dr. Burlew accept my insurance?
Dr. Burlew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burlew accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Burlew in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burlew's office located?
What is Dr. Burlew's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burlew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992818140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burlew?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burlew
What is Dr. Clay Burlew's specialty?
Dr. Burlew is a Trauma Surgeon near Aurora, CO.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Clay Burlew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burlew is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Clay Burlew accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Clay Burlew is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clay Burlew offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burlew's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clay Burlew?
Please contact Dr. Burlew's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Clay Burlew have?
Dr. Clay Burlew is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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