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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leale, Ophthalmologist in Wexford, PA?
Dr. Derek Leale, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Wexford, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leale’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leale’s office at (513) 584-0841.
What languages does Dr. Leale speak?
Dr. Leale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leale treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leale 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. Leale. 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:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
- Back Lens Capsule Cataract
- Posterior Polar Cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Keratoconus
- Corneal Disorder
- Cone-shaped Cornea
- Corneal Thinning Disorder
- Bulging Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18622: Keratoconus, unstable, left eye
- H18621: Keratoconus, unstable, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
What procedures does Dr. Leale perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leale 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. Leale. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Corneal Excision
- Lamellar Keratectomy
- Partial Cornea Removal
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Canal Dilation
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Canaloplasty
- Aqueous Outflow Dilation
- Glaucoma Drainage Procedure
- Eye Pressure Reduction Surgery
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66174: Transluminal dilation of aqueous outflow canal (eg, canaloplasty); without retention of device or stent
- 65820: Goniotomy
Does Dr. Leale accept my insurance?
Dr. Leale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 584-0841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leale accept in Wexford, PA?
Dr. Leale in Wexford, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
StableView Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Leale's office located?
Dr. Derek Leale's Primary Practice
2100 Corporate Dr Ste 400
Wexford, PA 15090
(513) 584-0841
What is Dr. Leale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942769088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leale
What is Dr. Derek Leale's specialty?
Dr. Leale is a Ophthalmologist near Wexford, PA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Leale to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Leale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leale is affiliated with Heritage Valley Beaver, UPMC Passavant-McCandless 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
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Is Derek Leale accepting new patients in Wexford, PA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Leale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Leale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leale's office at (513) 584-0841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Leale?
Please contact Dr. Leale's office at (513) 584-0841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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