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Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leon-Risemberg, Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Leon-Risemberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon-Risemberg’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon-Risemberg’s office at (623) 936-5406.

    What languages does Dr. Leon-Risemberg speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Leon-Risemberg treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Leon-Risemberg 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. Leon-Risemberg. 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:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Tenderness
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Generalized stomach pain
    • Overall belly tenderness
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R10817: Generalized abdominal tenderness

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Gallstone Pancreatitis
    • Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Which procedures does Dr. Leon-Risemberg perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leon-Risemberg's office.

    Does Dr. Leon-Risemberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leon-Risemberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 936-5406 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leon-Risemberg accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Leon-Risemberg in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leon-Risemberg's office located?

    Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg's Primary Practice

    9321 W Thomas Rd Ste 325

    Phoenix, AZ 85037

    (623) 936-5406

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    Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg's Practice 2

    1441 N 12th St Fl 1

    Phoenix, AZ 85006

    (602) 521-5981

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

    Dr. Leon-Risemberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841858131.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon-Risemberg?

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

    What is Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg's specialty?

    Dr. Leon-Risemberg is a Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Leon-Risemberg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leon-Risemberg is affiliated with Banner Estrella 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 Valeria Leon-Risemberg accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valeria Leon-Risemberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leon-Risemberg's office at (623) 936-5406 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valeria Leon-Risemberg?

    Please contact Dr. Leon-Risemberg's office at (623) 936-5406 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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