37 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Hays, Psychiatrist in Lexington, KY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hays?
Dr. Lon Hays, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist 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. Hays empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Addiction/Substance Abuse, Opioid Addiction, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lexington, KY community, Dr. Hays is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hays go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Psychiatry
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky
Is Dr. Hays board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Lon Hays, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Hays speak?
Dr. Hays and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Hays typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Hays 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. Hays. 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Hays typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Lon Hays may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Hays' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hays accept my insurance?
Dr. Hays accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-6021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hays accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Hays in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CDPHP
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Hays' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Hays affiliated with?
Dr. Hays has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Hays's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588747919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hays?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hays
What is Dr. Lon Hays's specialty?
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.