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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Claxton, Pediatrician in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Denise Claxton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Claxton completed her residency at Morehouse School Of Med. Dr. Claxton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Claxton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Claxton’s office at (404) 785-7142.
Where did Dr. Claxton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse School Of Med
Medical School: Other
What languages does Dr. Claxton speak?
Dr. Claxton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Claxton typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Claxton 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. Claxton. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
- H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
- Viral Infection
- Enteroviral Stomatitis
- Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
- HFMD
ICD-10 Codes:
- B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Claxton typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Denise Claxton may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Claxton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Claxton accept my insurance?
Dr. Claxton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-7142 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Claxton accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Claxton in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Claxton's office located?
Dr. Denise Claxton's Primary Practice
1405 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 785-7142
What hospitals are Dr. Claxton affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Claxton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GARanked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown,Columbus, GA
Piedmont Columbus Regional - Midtown,Columbus, GA
What is Dr. Claxton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Claxton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881779056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Claxton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Claxton
What is Dr. Denise Claxton's specialty?
Dr. Claxton is a Pediatrician near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Denise Claxton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Claxton is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Denise Claxton accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Denise Claxton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Denise Claxton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Claxton's office at (404) 785-7142 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Denise Claxton?
Please contact Dr. Claxton's office at (404) 785-7142 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Claxton's office located?
Dr. Claxton's office is located in Atlanta, GA.
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