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Dr. Ernest Leva

Pediatrician

Manalapan, NJ

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leva, Pediatrician in Manalapan, NJ?

    Dr. Ernest Leva is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Manalapan, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Leva graduated from Universita Degli Studi De L',Aquila, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia, completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Pediatrics, and is currently affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brun. Dr. Leva is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leva’s office at (732) 235-7044.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Universita Degli Studi De L',Aquila, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia | Universita Degli Studi De L',Aquila, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia | LIBERO INST UNIV DELL' AQUILA

    Is Dr. Leva board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Leva is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Leva speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Leva typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Leva 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. Leva. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Leva typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ernest Leva may include:

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

    Does Dr. Leva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-7044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leva accept in Manalapan, NJ?

    Dr. Leva in Manalapan, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Leva's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Leva's Primary Practice

    85 Bridge Plaza Dr

    Manalapan, NJ 07726

    (732) 235-7044

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    Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brun

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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

    Dr. Leva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144389537.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leva?

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

    What is Dr. Ernest Leva's specialty?

    Dr. Leva is a Pediatrician near Manalapan, NJ.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Ernest Leva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leva is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Ernest Leva accepting new patients in Manalapan, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Leva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Leva offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leva's office at (732) 235-7044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ernest Leva?

    Please contact Dr. Leva's office at (732) 235-7044 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Leva's office located?

    Dr. Leva's offices are located in Manalapan, NJ and New Brunswick, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Leva have?

    Dr. Ernest Leva is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.