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Who is Dr. Leighton, Anesthesiologist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Anthony Leighton is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leighton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leighton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leighton’s office at (315) 464-4259.
What languages does Dr. Leighton speak?
Dr. Leighton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Leighton typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leighton 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. Leighton. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Leighton typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leighton 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. Leighton. 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:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
Does Dr. Leighton accept my insurance?
Dr. Leighton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-4259 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leighton accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Leighton in Syracuse, NY 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leighton's office located?
Dr. Anthony Leighton's Primary Practice
104 Union Ave Ste 806
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 464-4259
What is Dr. Leighton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leighton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093343873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leighton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leighton
What is Dr. Anthony Leighton's specialty?
Dr. Leighton is a Anesthesiologist near Syracuse, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Anthony Leighton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leighton is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny, Upstate University 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
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Is Anthony Leighton accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Leighton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anthony Leighton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (315) 464-4259 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anthony Leighton?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (315) 464-4259 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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