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Dr. Leonardo Palau, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

The Woodlands, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palau, Infectious Disease Specialist in The Woodlands, TX?

    Dr. Leonardo Palau, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Palau graduated from Universidad Catolica de Santiago de Guayaquil Facultad de Ciencias MÈdicas and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Infectious Diseases; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Palau is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palau’s office at (281) 444-1303.

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

    • Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Infectious Diseases; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

    • Medical School: University Catol De Santiago De Guayaquil, Fac De Med, Guayaquil, Ecuador | Universidad Catolica de Santiago de Guayaquil Facultad de Ciencias MÈdicas

    Is Dr. Palau board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Leonardo Palau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palau speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Palau typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Palau 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. Palau. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Palau typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leonardo Palau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Palau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Palau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 444-1303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palau accept in The Woodlands, TX?

    Dr. Palau in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Palau's office located?

    Dr. Leonardo Palau's Primary Practice

    1111 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 170

    The Woodlands, TX 77380

    (281) 444-1303

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

    Dr. Palau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982701496.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palau?

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

    What is Dr. Leonardo Palau's specialty?

    Dr. Palau is an Infectious Disease Specialist near The Woodlands, TX.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Leonardo Palau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palau is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Leonardo Palau accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Leonardo Palau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leonardo Palau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palau's office at (281) 444-1303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leonardo Palau?

    Please contact Dr. Palau's office at (281) 444-1303 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Palau's office located?

    Dr. Palau's office is located in The Woodlands, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leonardo Palau have?

    Dr. Leonardo Palau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.