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Dr. Marlen Leon, MD

Lakeland, FL

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    Who is Dr. Leon, Ophthalmologist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Marlen Leon, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leon is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Leon speak?

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

    • English

    • Sign Languages

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Leon treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leon 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. Leon. 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:

    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Outward Hidden Eye Turn
    • Hidden Inward Eye Turn
    • Vertical Strabismus
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
    • Occasional alternating inward eye turn
    • Latent Outward Squint
    • Exophoria
    • Eye Muscle Imbalance
    • Esophoria
    • Latent esotropia
    • Hidden crossed eyes
    • Vertical Eye Misalignment
    • Hypertropia
    • Hypotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
    • H5052: Exophoria
    • H5051: Esophoria
    • H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Ocular Hypertension
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Elevated Intraocular Pressure
    • Eye pressure problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Scaly eyelid inflammation
    • Dandruff-like eyelids
    • Chronic blepharitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01022: Squamous blepharitis right lower eyelid
    • H01021: Squamous blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Astigmatism
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Irregular Cornea
    • Blurred Vision
    • Distorted Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Conjunctival Pigmentation
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye discoloration
    • Pigmented spots on eye
    • Conjunctival nevus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H11133: Conjunctival pigmentations, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Atopic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eye Syndrome
    • Corneal Disorder
    • Dry Eye Disease
    • Chronic Dry Eye
    • Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Blocked Tear Duct
    • Tears
    • Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Stenosis
    • Adult Tear Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Tear Duct in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04553: Acquired stenosis of bilateral nasolacrimal duct

    What procedures does Dr. Leon perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leon 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. Leon. 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:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Chalazion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
    • Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
    • Tear Duct Probing with Balloon

    CPT Codes:

    • 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation

    Does Dr. Leon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Leon in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leon's office located?

    Dr. Marlen Leon's Primary Practice

    1243 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

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    Dr. Marlen Leon's Practice 2

    4708 S Florida Ave

    Lakeland, FL 33813

    (863) 858-2020

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

    Dr. Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699935320.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon?

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

    What is Dr. Marlen Leon's specialty?

    Dr. Leon is a Ophthalmologist near Lakeland, FL. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Leon to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Leon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Marlen Leon accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Marlen Leon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marlen Leon?

    Please contact Dr. Leon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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