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Dr. Leon Deprest, MD

Albuquerque, NM

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Deprest, Internist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Leon Deprest, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Deprest graduated from Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Deprest is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deprest’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deprest’s office at (505) 823-8888.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Deprest speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Deprest treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Deprest 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. Deprest. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Middle Ear
    • Ear Infection
    • Serous otitis media
    • Ear effusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6502: Acute serous otitis media, left ear
    • H6501: Acute serous otitis media, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillitis
    • Inflamed Tonsils
    • Tonsil Infection
    • Sore Tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Which procedures does Dr. Deprest perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leon Deprest may include:

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

    Does Dr. Deprest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Deprest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 823-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Deprest accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Deprest in Albuquerque, NM 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Deprest's office located?

    Dr. Leon Deprest's Primary Practice

    5901 Harper Dr NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87109

    (505) 823-8888

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    Dr. Leon Deprest's Practice 2

    609 Christopher Dr

    Belen, NM 87002

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    Dr. Leon Deprest's Practice 3

    1648 Alameda Blvd NW

    Albuquerque, NM 87114

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

    Dr. Deprest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730273103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deprest?

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

    What is Dr. Leon Deprest's specialty?

    Dr. Deprest is a Internist near Albuquerque, NM.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Deprest to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leon Deprest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Deprest is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Leon Deprest accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Leon Deprest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leon Deprest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Deprest's office at (505) 823-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leon Deprest?

    Please contact Dr. Deprest's office at (505) 823-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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