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Dr. Susan Leonard, MD

Dr. Susan Leonard, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leonard, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Susan Leonard, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Leonard completed her residency at University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Leonard is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leonard’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leonard’s office at (310) 206-8272.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leonard?

    Dr. Susan Leonard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Geriatric Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Leonard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cognitive Loss in Aging, Delirium, Dementia, Memory Disorders, Polypharmacology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica/CA community, Dr. Leonard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine

    • Residency: University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals

    Is Dr. Leonard board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Leonard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012

    What languages does Dr. Leonard speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leonard treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leonard 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. Leonard. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Proximal Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Which procedures does Dr. Leonard perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Susan Leonard may include:

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

    Does Dr. Leonard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leonard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-8272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leonard accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Leonard in Santa Monica, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Leonard's office located?

    Dr. Susan Leonard's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 206-8272

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    Dr. Susan Leonard's Practice 2

    11303 W Washington Blvd Ste 100

    Los Angeles, CA 90066

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    Dr. Susan Leonard's Practice 3

    100 Medical Plz Ste 310

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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

    Dr. Leonard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437326386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leonard?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Leonard's specialty?

    Dr. Leonard is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Leonard to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Susan Leonard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric 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 Susan Leonard accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Leonard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Leonard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leonard's office at (310) 206-8272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Leonard?

    Please contact Dr. Leonard's office at (310) 206-8272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Leonard have?

    Dr. Susan Leonard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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