Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clay, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Brian Clay, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Clay graduated from UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego. Dr. Clay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clay’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clay’s office.
Where did Dr. Clay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Hospitalist | Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Clay board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Clay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Clay speak?
Dr. Clay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Clay typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- ARFID
- Selective eating disorder
- Food avoidance disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Clay typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Clay may include:
Please contact Dr. Clay's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clay accept my insurance?
Dr. Clay 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. Clay accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Clay in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Clay's office located?
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 1831124635.
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. Brian Clay's specialty?
Dr. Clay is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Brian Clay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clay is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Brian Clay accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
No, Dr. Brian Clay is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Clay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clay's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Clay?
Please contact Dr. Clay's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Clay have?
Dr. Brian Clay is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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