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Dr. Leah Brasch, MD

Chevy Chase, MD

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brasch, Pediatrician in Chevy Chase, MD?

    Dr. Leah Brasch, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chevy Chase, MD. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Brasch graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Brasch is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brasch’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brasch’s office at (301) 656-2745.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Brasch?

    Dr. Leah Brasch, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician 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. Brasch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in ADD/ADHD, Adolescent Medicine, Allergy, Asthma, Pediatric Dermatology, Primary Care, Travel Medicine, Vaccines, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chevy Chase/MD community, Dr. Brasch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Brasch go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brasch board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Leah Brasch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Brasch speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Brasch treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Brasch 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. Brasch. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    What procedures does Dr. Brasch perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Brasch 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. Brasch. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Brasch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brasch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 656-2745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brasch accept in Chevy Chase, MD?

    Dr. Brasch in Chevy Chase, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Oscar

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    Where is Dr. Brasch's office located?

    Dr. Leah Brasch's Primary Practice

    4601 N Park Ave Ste 8C

    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

    (301) 656-2745

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

    Dr. Brasch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730125634.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brasch?

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

    What is Dr. Leah Brasch's specialty?

    Dr. Brasch is a Pediatrician near Chevy Chase, MD. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Brasch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leah Brasch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brasch is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Leah Brasch accepting new patients in Chevy Chase, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Leah Brasch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leah Brasch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brasch's office at (301) 656-2745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leah Brasch?

    Please contact Dr. Brasch's office at (301) 656-2745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leah Brasch have?

    Dr. Leah Brasch is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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