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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. 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 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 an Internist like Dr. Deprest typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, 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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Deprest typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Leon Deprest may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Deprest's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deprest's office located?
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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Leon Deprest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deprest is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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