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Dr. David Claassen, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Dothan, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Claassen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dothan, AL?

    Dr. David Claassen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Claassen graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Claassen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Claassen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Claassen’s office at (334) 793-5000.

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

    • Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, General Surgery | Carraway Methodist Med Center | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Methodist Medical Center) Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Claassen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Claassen typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Claassen 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. Claassen. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Claassen typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Claassen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Claassen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Claassen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 793-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Claassen accept in Dothan, AL?

    Dr. Claassen in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Selman and company

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    Where is Dr. Claassen's office located?

    Dr. David Claassen's Primary Practice

    4370 W Main St

    Dothan, AL 36305

    (334) 793-5000

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    Dr. David Claassen's Practice 2

    368 James St

    Ozark, AL 36360

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    Dr. David Claassen's Practice 3

    400 N Edwards St

    Enterprise, AL 36330

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    What hospitals are Dr. Claassen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Claassen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Southeast Health Medical Center,Dothan, AL

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

    Dr. Claassen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508806498.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Claassen?

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

    What is Dr. David Claassen's specialty?

    Dr. Claassen is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dothan, AL.

    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 Dr. David Claassen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Claassen is affiliated with Andalusia Health, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David Claassen accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?

    Yes, Dr. David Claassen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Claassen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Claassen's office at (334) 793-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Claassen?

    Please contact Dr. Claassen's office at (334) 793-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Claassen's office located?

    Dr. Claassen's offices are located in Dothan, AL, Ozark, AL, and Enterprise, AL.