29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leng, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Ellen Leng, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Leng completed her residency at Alameda County Medical Center, Highland Hospital. Dr. Leng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leng’s office at (623) 977-7211.
Where did Dr. Leng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda County Medical Center, Highland Hospital
Is Dr. Leng board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Leng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leng speak?
Dr. Leng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leng typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leng 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. Leng. 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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leng typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leng 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. Leng. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Leng accept my insurance?
Dr. Leng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 977-7211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leng accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Leng in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Contra Costa
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leng's office located?
Dr. Ellen Leng's Primary Practice
240 La Casa Via Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(623) 977-7211
What is Dr. Leng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902855497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leng
What is Dr. Ellen Leng's specialty?
Dr. Leng is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ellen Leng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leng is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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 Ellen Leng accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Leng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Leng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leng's office at (623) 977-7211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Leng?
Please contact Dr. Leng's office at (623) 977-7211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Leng have?
Dr. Ellen Leng is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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