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Dr. Amy Hays, MD

State College, PA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hays, Family Medicine Specialist in State College, PA?

    Dr. Amy Hays, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Hays completed her residency at St Margaret Mem Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Hays is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hays’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hays’s office.

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

    • Residency: St Margaret Mem Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hays board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Hays, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hays speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hays typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hays 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. Hays. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hays typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hays 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. Hays. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Hays accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hays accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hays accept in State College, PA?

    Dr. Hays in State College, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hays' office located?

    Dr. Amy Hays' Primary Practice

    303 Benner Pike

    State College, PA 16801

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    Dr. Amy Hays' Practice 2

    1850 E Park Ave Ste 207

    State College, PA 16803

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

    Dr. Hays's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215934732.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hays?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Hays's specialty?

    Dr. Hays is a Family Medicine Specialist near State College, PA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Amy Hays affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hays is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Uva Health Haymarket 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Amy Hays accepting new patients in State College, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Hays is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Hays offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Hays?

    Please contact Dr. Hays's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Hays have?

    Dr. Amy Hays is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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