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Dr. Leon Brown, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Richmond, VA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Family Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Leon Brown, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Brown graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (804) 232-7876.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University of Virginia Program

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brown typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brown typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leon Brown may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 232-7876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Brown in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Leon Brown's Primary Practice

    2809 North Ave Ste 206

    Richmond, VA 23222

    (804) 232-7876

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174535009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Leon Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Leon Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Leon Brown accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Leon Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leon Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (804) 232-7876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leon Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (804) 232-7876 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Brown's office is located in Richmond, VA.