LL
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Leistiko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Simi Valley, CA?
Dr. Laura Leistiko, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Leistiko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leistiko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leistiko’s office at (805) 955-6000.
What languages does Dr. Leistiko speak?
Dr. Leistiko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leistiko treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leistiko 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. Leistiko. 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:
- Dehydration
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Which procedures does Dr. Leistiko perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laura Leistiko may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leistiko's office.
Does Dr. Leistiko accept my insurance?
Dr. Leistiko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 955-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leistiko accept in Simi Valley, CA?
Dr. Leistiko in Simi Valley, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Leistiko's office located?
Dr. Laura Leistiko's Primary Practice
2975 Sycamore Dr
Simi Valley, CA 93065
(805) 955-6000
What is Dr. Leistiko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leistiko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508810185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leistiko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leistiko
What is Dr. Laura Leistiko's specialty?
Dr. Leistiko is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Simi Valley, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Leistiko to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Leistiko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leistiko is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Menifee Global Medical Center, Chapman Global Medical Center, Hemet Global 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Laura Leistiko accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Leistiko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Leistiko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leistiko's office at (805) 955-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Leistiko?
Please contact Dr. Leistiko's office at (805) 955-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Simi Valley, CA
MM
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Marc Mendes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Simi Valley, CA
AB
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Andrew Bourgeois, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Simi Valley, CA
HG
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patients
Book Online
TelehealthDr. Hossein Gharakhani, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA. He is board certified.
Simi Valley, CA
BOOK APPOINTMENT