Dr. Stephen J. Layfield
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His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Increased Head Circumference, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease).
Dr. Layfield is board certified in . He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, Nashville, TN 37232
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen J. Layfield
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen J. Layfield?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen J. Layfield by calling their office at 615-936-0060. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen J. Layfield a top-rated expert for Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen J. Layfield is classified as an Experienced expert for Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Stephen J. Layfield specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen J. Layfield is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Increased Head Circumference, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Stephen J. Layfield participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen J. Layfield has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen J. Layfield's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen J. Layfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen J. Layfield accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-936-0060 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- Increased Head CircumferenceDr. Layfield isExperienced. Learn about Increased Head Circumference.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Layfield isExperienced. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Layfield isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Layfield isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.