Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salem, Vascular Surgeon in Ephrata, PA?
Dr. Leon Salem, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ephrata, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Salem completed his residency at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Salem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office.
Where did Dr. Salem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Albany Medical Center
Residency: Albany Medical Center
Is Dr. Salem board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Leon Salem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Salem typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Salem typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem 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. Salem accept in Ephrata, PA?
Dr. Salem in Ephrata, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Everence Financial
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mpsers
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255597050.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Leon Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Vascular Surgeon near Ephrata, PA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Leon Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salem is affiliated with Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Leon Salem accepting new patients in Ephrata, PA?
Yes, Dr. Leon Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leon Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leon Salem have?
Dr. Leon Salem is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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