VC
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clagette, Hospitalist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Vaughn Clagette, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Clagette graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Clagette is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clagette’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clagette’s office at (770) 838-8929.
Where did Dr. Clagette go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Is Dr. Clagette board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Vaughn Clagette, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Clagette speak?
Dr. Clagette and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Clagette typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Clagette 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. Clagette. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Clagette typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vaughn Clagette may include:
Please contact Dr. Clagette's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clagette accept my insurance?
Dr. Clagette accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 838-8929 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clagette accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Clagette in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Clagette's office located?
What is Dr. Clagette's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clagette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497775274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clagette?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clagette
What is Dr. Vaughn Clagette's specialty?
Dr. Clagette is a Hospitalist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Vaughn Clagette affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clagette is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Emory Decatur 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
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Is Vaughn Clagette accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vaughn Clagette is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vaughn Clagette offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clagette's office at (770) 838-8929 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vaughn Clagette?
Please contact Dr. Clagette's office at (770) 838-8929 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vaughn Clagette have?
Dr. Vaughn Clagette is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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