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Dr. Clay Cauthen, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist, Internist

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cauthen, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Clay Cauthen, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Cauthen graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Virginia Program. Dr. Cauthen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cauthen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cauthen’s office.

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

    • Residency: University of Virginia Program

    • Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cauthen board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Clay Cauthen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cauthen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cauthen typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Cauthen 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. Cauthen. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    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:

    • 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:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cauthen typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Clay Cauthen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cauthen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cauthen 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. Cauthen accept in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Cauthen in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cauthen's office located?

    514 Tri County Prac Assoc

    1301 W 38th St Ste 514

    Austin, TX 78705

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cauthen affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cauthen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Central Texas Medical Center,San Marcos, TX

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

    Dr. Cauthen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730396862.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cauthen?

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

    What is Dr. Clay Cauthen's specialty?

    Dr. Cauthen is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Austin, TX.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Clay Cauthen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cauthen is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Clay Cauthen accepting new patients in Austin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Clay Cauthen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clay Cauthen offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Clay Cauthen?

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

    Where is Dr. Cauthen's office located?

    Dr. Cauthen's office is located in Austin, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clay Cauthen have?

    Dr. Clay Cauthen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.