Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gildener-Leapman, Otolaryngologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gildener-Leapman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gildener-Leapman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gildener-Leapman’s office at (412) 647-4654.
What languages does Dr. Gildener-Leapman speak?
Dr. Gildener-Leapman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gildener-Leapman typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gildener-Leapman 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. Gildener-Leapman. 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Oral and Throat Cancer
- Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Throat Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Mouth Cancer
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Lip Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- Z85819: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx
Also known as:
- Other Salivary Gland Problems
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
- Salivary Gland Issues
- Saliva Gland Ailments
- Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K118: Other diseases of salivary glands
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Mouth Lesions
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Sores
- Mouth Ulcers
- Abnormalities in Mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Gildener-Leapman typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Gildener-Leapman 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. Gildener-Leapman. 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:
- Voice Prosthetic Fitting
- Speech Prosthesis Evaluation
- Voice Device Assessment
- Artificial Voice Fitting
CPT Codes:
- 92597: Evaluation for use and/or fitting of voice prosthetic device to supplement oral speech
Also known as:
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
- Tonsil Removal
- Adult Tonsillectomy
- Throat Surgery for Tonsils
CPT Codes:
- 42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over
Also known as:
- Parotid Gland Tumor Removal with Facial Nerve Preservation
- Parotidectomy
- Salivary gland tumor removal
- Facial nerve sparing parotidectomy
- Lateral parotidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 42415: Excision of parotid tumor or parotid gland; lateral lobe, with dissection and preservation of facial nerve
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Gildener-Leapman accept my insurance?
Dr. Gildener-Leapman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-4654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gildener-Leapman accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Gildener-Leapman in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gildener-Leapman's office located?
Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman's Primary Practice
47 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
(412) 647-4654
What is Dr. Gildener-Leapman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gildener-Leapman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235366196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gildener-Leapman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gildener-Leapman
What is Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman's specialty?
Dr. Gildener-Leapman is a Otolaryngologist near Albany, NY.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gildener-Leapman is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Glens Falls 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
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Is Neil Gildener-Leapman accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neil Gildener-Leapman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gildener-Leapman's office at (412) 647-4654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neil Gildener-Leapman?
Please contact Dr. Gildener-Leapman's office at (412) 647-4654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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