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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clifton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Corbin, KY?
Dr. Keith Clifton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Corbin, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Clifton graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hinsdale Hosp, Family Practice. Dr. Clifton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clifton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clifton’s office at (606) 215-3072.
Where did Dr. Clifton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hinsdale Hosp, Family Practice | Hinsdale Hospital
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Clifton speak?
Dr. Clifton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clifton typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clifton 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. Clifton. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clifton typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Clifton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Clifton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Clifton accept my insurance?
Dr. Clifton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 215-3072 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clifton accept in Corbin, KY?
Dr. Clifton in Corbin, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Clifton's office located?
What is Dr. Clifton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clifton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659327278.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clifton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clifton
What is Dr. Keith Clifton's specialty?
Dr. Clifton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Corbin, KY.
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 this Dr. Keith Clifton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clifton is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Lexington, Saint Joseph London, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Hazard Arh Regional 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 Keith Clifton accepting new patients in Corbin, KY?
Yes, Dr. Keith Clifton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Clifton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (606) 215-3072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Clifton?
Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (606) 215-3072 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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