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Dr. Clayton Alexander, DO

Dr. Clayton Alexander, DO

Chesterton, IN

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alexander, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesterton, IN?

    Dr. Clayton Alexander, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesterton, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexander graduated from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (219) 325-0155.

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

    • Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences/ Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    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:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Neck Joint Dysfunction
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical spine dysfunction
    • Neck segmental dysfunction
    • Neck somatic dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Alexander perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Clayton Alexander may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 325-0155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Chesterton, IN?

    Dr. Alexander in Chesterton, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Belden

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?

    Dr. Clayton Alexander's Primary Practice

    425 Sand Creek Dr Ste C

    Chesterton, IN 46304

    (219) 325-0155

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    Dr. Clayton Alexander's Practice 2

    125 E Shore Pkwy Ste D

    La Porte, IN 46350

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    Dr. Clayton Alexander's Practice 3

    300 Wile St Ste 1

    La Porte, IN 46350

    (219) 325-0155

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

    Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992794879.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?

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

    What is Dr. Clayton Alexander's specialty?

    Dr. Alexander is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesterton, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clayton Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Clayton Alexander accepting new patients in Chesterton, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Clayton Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clayton Alexander offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (219) 325-0155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clayton Alexander?

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (219) 325-0155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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