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Dr. Katherine Clayton, DO

Pediatrician, Hospitalist

Vero Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clayton, Pediatrician in Vero Beach, FL?

    Dr. Katherine Clayton, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL. Dr. Clayton graduated from Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at University of South Florida Morsani Program A. Dr. Clayton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clayton’s office at (772) 567-4311.

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

    • Residency: University of South Florida Morsani Program A

    • Medical School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Clayton typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Clayton typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Clayton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Clayton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Clayton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clayton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 567-4311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clayton accept in Vero Beach, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Health Plan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • State of Florida

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Clayton's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Clayton's Primary Practice

    1000 36th St

    Vero Beach, FL 32960

    (772) 567-4311

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    What hospitals are Dr. Clayton affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Clayton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Tallahassee Memorial Hospital,Tallahassee, FL
    Lifebrite Community Hospital Of Early,Blakely, GA

    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 1780959932.

    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. Katherine Clayton's specialty?

    Dr. Clayton is a Pediatrician near Vero Beach, FL.

    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. Katherine Clayton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clayton is affiliated with Memorial Hospital & Manor, Memorial Hospital & Manor, Hca Florida Capital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Katherine Clayton accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Katherine Clayton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clayton's office at (772) 567-4311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Clayton's office at (772) 567-4311 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clayton's office located?

    Dr. Clayton's office is located in Vero Beach, FL.