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Dr. Mario Leitao, MD

Dr. Mario Leitao, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leitao, Gynecologic Oncologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Mario Leitao, MD is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Leitao is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leitao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leitao’s office at (212) 639-3987.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leitao?

    Dr. Mario Leitao, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist 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. Leitao empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Gynecologic Cancers, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Leitao is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Leitao board certified in Gynecologic Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mario Leitao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Leitao speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    What conditions does Dr. Leitao treat?

    As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Leitao 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. Leitao. 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:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium
    • Malignant Uterine Tumor
    • Uterine Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Uterus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
    • C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vulvar Cancer
    • Early Vulvar Cancer
    • Cancer of the vulva
    • Vulvar carcinoma
    • External female genital cancer
    • Carcinoma in situ of vulva
    • Precancerous vulvar cells
    • Non-invasive vulvar cancer
    • Stage 0 vulvar cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C519: Malignant neoplasm of vulva, unspecified
    • C518: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of vulva
    • D071: Carcinoma in situ of vulva

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer
    • Early Cervical Cancer
    • Malignant Cervical Tumor
    • Cervical Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Cervix
    • Carcinoma in situ of cervix
    • Precancerous cervical cells
    • Non-invasive cervical cancer
    • Stage 0 cervical cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
    • D069: Carcinoma in situ of cervix, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ovarian Cancer
    • Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Cancer of the ovary
    • Ovarian carcinoma
    • Female reproductive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Personal History of Other Female Genital Organ Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor
    • Past gynecological cancer
    • Previous female reproductive cancer
    • History of female genital tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
    • Z8544: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other female genital organs

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Cancer
    • Cancer of the vagina
    • Vaginal carcinoma
    • Female genital tract cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C52: Malignant neoplasm of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
    • Breast cancer
    • Li-Fraumeni syndrome
    • Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
    • Hereditary Breast Cancer
    • BRCA Gene Mutation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Growth of Unknown Type in the Ovary
    • Ovarian Disorder
    • Indeterminate ovarian mass
    • Ovarian tumor of unknown nature
    • Ovarian neoplasm of uncertain behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3910: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of unspecified ovary

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • History of ovarian cancer
    • Ovarian Cancer
    • Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Past ovarian cancer
    • Ovarian cancer survivor
    • Previous adnexal malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8543: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of ovary

    Also known as:

    • Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia
    • Uterine Disease
    • EIN
    • Precancerous Uterine Cells
    • Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N8502: Endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia [EIN]

    Which procedures does Dr. Leitao perform as a Gynecologic Oncologist?

    As a Gynecologic Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mario Leitao may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leitao's office.

    Does Dr. Leitao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leitao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-3987 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leitao accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Leitao in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • HealthScope

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leitao's office located?

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Avenue, Room HI314

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 639-3987

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

    Dr. Leitao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225068372.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leitao?

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

    What is Dr. Mario Leitao's specialty?

    Dr. Leitao is a Gynecologic Oncologist near New York, NY. An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications. Contact Dr. Leitao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mario Leitao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leitao is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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

    Where can I learn more about Gynecologic Oncologist?

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    Is Mario Leitao accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Mario Leitao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mario Leitao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leitao's office at (212) 639-3987 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mario Leitao?

    Please contact Dr. Leitao's office at (212) 639-3987 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mario Leitao have?

    Dr. Mario Leitao is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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