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Dr. Penny Clay, DO

Port Lavaca, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clay, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Port Lavaca, TX?

    Dr. Penny Clay, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port Lavaca, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Clay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clay’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clay’s office at (361) 552-0266.

    Is Dr. Clay board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Penny Clay, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Clay speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Clay treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clay 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. Clay. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    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:

    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Clay perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Penny Clay may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Clay's office.

    Does Dr. Clay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 552-0266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clay accept in Port Lavaca, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dignity Health / Catholic Health West

    • Driscoll Health Plan

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Jordan School District

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Clay's office located?

    Dr. Penny Clay's Primary Practice

    815 N Virginia St

    Port Lavaca, TX 77979

    (361) 552-0266

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    Dr. Penny Clay's Practice 2

    1705 Jackson St

    Richmond, TX 77469

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    Dr. Penny Clay's Practice 3

    2701 Hospital Dr

    Victoria, TX 77901

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

    Dr. Clay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598763617.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clay?

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

    What is Dr. Penny Clay's specialty?

    Dr. Clay is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Port Lavaca, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Clay to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Clay is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, DeTar Hospital Navarro 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 Penny Clay accepting new patients in Port Lavaca, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Penny Clay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (361) 552-0266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Penny Clay?

    Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (361) 552-0266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Penny Clay have?

    Dr. Penny Clay is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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