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Dr. Leonard Petrus

Diagnostic Radiologist, Nuclear Radiologist, Body Imaging Specialist

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petrus, Diagnostic Radiologist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Leonard Petrus is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Petrus completed his residency at Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Radiology; Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Petrus is fluent in English and Malay, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petrus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petrus’s office at (626) 397-5139.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatric Radiology; Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology

    • Medical School: University of Edinburgh Med Sch, Edinburgh, Scotland

    Is Dr. Petrus board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard Petrus is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Petrus speak?

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

    • English
    • Malay

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Petrus typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Petrus 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. Petrus. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
    • Pre-op lung check
    • Breathing assessment before surgery
    • Respiratory clearance for procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Petrus typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Petrus 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. Petrus. 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:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Does Dr. Petrus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petrus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 397-5139 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petrus accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Petrus in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Petrus' office located?

    Dr. Leonard Petrus' Primary Practice

    100 W California Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 397-5139

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    Dr. Leonard Petrus' Practice 2

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 180

    Pasadena, CA 91105

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    Dr. Leonard Petrus' Practice 3

    2627 E Washington Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91107

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

    Dr. Petrus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679562680.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petrus?

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

    What is Dr. Leonard Petrus's specialty?

    Dr. Petrus is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Pasadena, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Leonard Petrus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petrus is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Usc Arcadia 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Leonard Petrus accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard Petrus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leonard Petrus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petrus' office at (626) 397-5139 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leonard Petrus?

    Please contact Dr. Petrus' office at (626) 397-5139 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Petrus' office located?

    Dr. Petrus' office is located in Pasadena, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leonard Petrus have?

    Dr. Leonard Petrus is certified by the American Board of Radiology.