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Dr. Leon Zheng, MD, PHD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zheng, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Leon Zheng, MD, PHD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zheng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zheng’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zheng’s office at (203) 688-4242.
What languages does Dr. Zheng speak?
Dr. Zheng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zheng typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zheng 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. Zheng. 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:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zheng typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zheng 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. Zheng. 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:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Does Dr. Zheng accept my insurance?
Dr. Zheng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zheng accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Zheng in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zheng's office located?
What is Dr. Zheng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zheng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669037537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zheng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zheng
What is Dr. Leon Zheng's specialty?
Dr. Zheng is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Leon Zheng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zheng is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Brigham And Women's 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 Leon Zheng accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Leon Zheng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Zheng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zheng's office at (203) 688-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leon Zheng?
Please contact Dr. Zheng's office at (203) 688-4242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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