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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Radiation Oncologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Clayton Smith, MD, PHD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (504) 842-3440.
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Clayton Smith may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Smith in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Clayton Smith's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3440
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417249418.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Clayton Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Radiation Oncologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Clayton Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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
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Is Clayton Smith accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Clayton Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Clayton Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 842-3440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Clayton Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (504) 842-3440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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