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Dr. Joseph Clay, MD

Dr. Joseph Clay, MD

Opelika, AL

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clay, Anesthesiologist in Opelika, AL?

    Dr. Joseph Clay, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Clay completed his residency at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Clay is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clay’s office at (334) 279-1450.

    Where did Dr. Clay go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: The University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Medical School: The University of Alabama at Birmingham

    What languages does Dr. Clay speak?

    Dr. Clay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Clay treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Clay 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. Clay. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
    • H663X3: Other chronic suppurative otitis media, bilateral
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Clay perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Clay 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. Clay. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Clay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 279-1450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clay accept in Opelika, AL?

    Dr. Clay in Opelika, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CSA Welfare Fund

    • State of Alabama

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    Where is Dr. Clay's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Clay's Primary Practice

    2000 Pepperell Pkwy

    Opelika, AL 36801

    (334) 279-1450

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    What is Dr. Clay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Clay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306099700.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clay?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clay

    What is Dr. Joseph Clay's specialty?

    Dr. Clay is a Anesthesiologist near Opelika, AL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Clay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Clay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clay is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, UAB Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Joseph Clay accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?

    No, Dr. Joseph Clay is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Clay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (334) 279-1450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Clay?

    Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (334) 279-1450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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