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Who is Dr. Clay, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Smokey Clay, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Clay graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Clay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clay’s office at (513) 636-4200.
Where did Dr. Clay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine | Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Clay board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Smokey Clay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Clay speak?
Dr. Clay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Clay typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Fluid in Middle Ear
- Ear Infection
- Recurrent serous otitis media
- Chronic middle ear fluid
- Repeated ear effusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6506: Acute serous otitis media, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Clay typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Clay 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Without Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
- Spinal Pain Injection
- Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection (Blind)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
- 62326: Injection(s), including indwelling catheter placement, continuous infusion or intermittent bolus, of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Clay accept my insurance?
Dr. Clay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 636-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clay accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Clay in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Clay's office located?
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 1639154917.
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. Smokey Clay's specialty?
Dr. Clay is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Smokey Clay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clay is affiliated with Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Mercy Health - Springfield Regional 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
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Is Smokey Clay accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Smokey Clay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smokey Clay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (513) 636-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smokey Clay?
Please contact Dr. Clay's office at (513) 636-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Smokey Clay have?
Dr. Smokey Clay is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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