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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Methodius-Rayford, Vascular Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Methodius-Rayford graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Methodius-Rayford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Methodius-Rayford’s office at (404) 350-9505.
Where did Dr. Methodius-Rayford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Methodius-Rayford speak?
Dr. Methodius-Rayford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Methodius-Rayford typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Methodius-Rayford 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. Methodius-Rayford. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Vascular Disease
- Bilateral Chronic Venous Disease
- Both Legs Vein Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87393: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with other complications of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension
- High Venous Pressure with Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87323: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Methodius-Rayford typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Methodius-Rayford 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. Methodius-Rayford. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Methodius-Rayford accept my insurance?
Dr. Methodius-Rayford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 350-9505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Methodius-Rayford accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Methodius-Rayford in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Methodius-Rayford's office located?
Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford's Primary Practice
1718 Peachtree St NW Ste 360
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 350-9505
What is Dr. Methodius-Rayford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Methodius-Rayford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407091499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Methodius-Rayford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Methodius-Rayford
What is Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford's specialty?
Dr. Methodius-Rayford is a Vascular Surgeon near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Methodius-Rayford is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette 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 Walaya Methodius-Rayford accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walaya Methodius-Rayford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Methodius-Rayford's office at (404) 350-9505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walaya Methodius-Rayford?
Please contact Dr. Methodius-Rayford's office at (404) 350-9505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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