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Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim, MD, PHD

Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim, MD, PHD

Burlington, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leegwater-Kim, Neurologist in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Leegwater-Kim graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Leegwater-Kim is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leegwater-Kim’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leegwater-Kim’s office at (781) 744-8000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leegwater-Kim?

    Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Leegwater-Kim empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dystonia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tourette's Syndrome, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Burlington/MA community, Dr. Leegwater-Kim is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Leegwater-Kim go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Leegwater-Kim speak?

    Dr. Leegwater-Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Leegwater-Kim treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Leegwater-Kim 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. Leegwater-Kim. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • Parkinson's Disease with Fluctuating Symptoms
    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
    • Fluctuating Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with 'On-Off' Periods', 'Variable Parkinson's Symptoms
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20A2: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Benign essential blepharospasm
    • Eyelid Spasms
    • Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    • Involuntary Eye Twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G245: Blepharospasm

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Left Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Facial Twitch
    • Left Facial Muscle Spasm
    • Left Side Facial Tic

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5132: Clonic hemifacial spasm, left

    Also known as:

    • Restless Legs Syndrome
    • Restless Legs
    • Restless legs syndrome
    • RLS
    • Willis-Ekbom Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G2581: Restless legs syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
    • Facial Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Facial Twitch
    • Involuntary Right Facial Contractions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Does Dr. Leegwater-Kim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leegwater-Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leegwater-Kim accept in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Leegwater-Kim in Burlington, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leegwater-Kim's office located?

    Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim's Primary Practice

    41 Mall Rd

    Burlington, MA 01805

    (781) 744-8000

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    Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim's Practice 2

    1 Essex Center Dr

    Peabody, MA 01960

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

    Dr. Leegwater-Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093761587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leegwater-Kim?

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

    What is Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim's specialty?

    Dr. Leegwater-Kim is a Neurologist near Burlington, MA.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Contact Dr. Leegwater-Kim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leegwater-Kim is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & 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

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    Is Julie Leegwater-Kim accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julie Leegwater-Kim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leegwater-Kim's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Julie Leegwater-Kim?

    Please contact Dr. Leegwater-Kim's office at (781) 744-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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