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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Childs, Specialist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Hoyt Childs, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Childs graduated from UNIVERSITY OF AL SCH OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at UAB Hospital. Dr. Childs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Childs’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Childs’s office at (256) 319-5400.
Where did Dr. Childs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UAB Hospital | University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF AL SCH OF MEDICINE | University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Childs speak?
Dr. Childs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Childs treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
What procedures does Dr. Childs perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Childs 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. Childs. 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.
Also known as:
- Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
- Prostate Spacer Injection
- Periprostatic Injection
- Biodegradable Prostate Implant
- Prostate Radiation Protection Injection
CPT Codes:
- 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Childs accept my insurance?
Dr. Childs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 319-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Childs accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Childs in Decatur, AL 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 Alabama
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Childs' office located?
What is Dr. Childs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Childs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326052358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Childs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Childs
What is Dr. Hoyt Childs's specialty?
Dr. Childs is a Specialist near Decatur, AL. Contact Dr. Childs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hoyt Childs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Childs is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Hoyt Childs accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Hoyt Childs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hoyt Childs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (256) 319-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hoyt Childs?
Please contact Dr. Childs's office at (256) 319-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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