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Dr. Marcus Clayton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Marrero, LA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clayton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Marcus Clayton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marrero, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Clayton completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Clayton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clayton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clayton’s office.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Clayton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus Clayton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Clayton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clayton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clayton 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. Clayton. 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:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Leg
    • Skin Wound on Leg
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
    • Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • General Injury
    • Trauma
    • Bodily Harm
    • Accidental Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXD: Other injury of unspecified body region, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clayton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clayton 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. Clayton. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot

    Does Dr. Clayton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clayton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clayton accept in Marrero, LA?

    Dr. Clayton in Marrero, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact Administered Payer

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Clayton's office located?

    Dr. Marcus Clayton's Primary Practice

    1101 Medical Center Blvd

    Marrero, LA 70072

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    Dr. Marcus Clayton's Practice 2

    1001 Gause Blvd

    Slidell, LA 70458

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    Dr. Marcus Clayton's Practice 3

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    What hospitals are Dr. Clayton affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Clayton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Medical Center New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
    Touro Lcmc Health,New Orleans, LA
    New Orleans East Hospital,New Orleans, LA

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

    Dr. Clayton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639232853.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clayton?

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

    What is Dr. Marcus Clayton's specialty?

    Dr. Clayton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Marrero, LA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Marcus Clayton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clayton is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, West Jefferson Medical Center, North Oaks Medical Center 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 Dr. Marcus Clayton accepting new patients in Marrero, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus Clayton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marcus Clayton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clayton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marcus Clayton?

    Please contact Dr. Clayton's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clayton's office located?

    Dr. Clayton's offices are located in Marrero, LA, Slidell, LA, and New Orleans, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Clayton have?

    Dr. Marcus Clayton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.