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Dr. Clarence Childress, MD

Dr. Clarence Childress, MD

Glen Allen, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Childress, Infectious Disease Specialist in Glen Allen, VA?

    Dr. Clarence Childress, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Glen Allen, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Childress graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Childress is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childress’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childress’s office at (804) 755-7581.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Childress?

    Dr. Clarence Childress, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Childress empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Infectious Disease, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Glen Allen/VA community, Dr. Childress is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | Georgetown University, Washington, DC

    Is Dr. Childress board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Clarence Childress, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Childress speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Childress treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Childress 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. Childress. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Childress perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Childress 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. Childress. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Childress accept my insurance?

    Dr. Childress accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 755-7581 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Childress accept in Glen Allen, VA?

    Dr. Childress in Glen Allen, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Childress' office located?

    Dr. Clarence Childress' Primary Practice

    10150 Staples Mill Rd Ste C

    Glen Allen, VA 23060

    (804) 755-7581

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    Dr. Clarence Childress' Practice 2

    567 N Parham Rd

    Henrico, VA 23229

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    Dr. Clarence Childress' Practice 3

    1807 N Parham Rd

    Richmond, VA 23229

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

    Dr. Childress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902996549.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childress?

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

    What is Dr. Clarence Childress's specialty?

    Dr. Childress is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Glen Allen, VA.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Childress to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clarence Childress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Childress is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Clarence Childress accepting new patients in Glen Allen, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Clarence Childress is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clarence Childress offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Childress's office at (804) 755-7581 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clarence Childress?

    Please contact Dr. Childress's office at (804) 755-7581 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clarence Childress have?

    Dr. Clarence Childress is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.

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