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Dr. Jacqueline Leon, MD

Pediatrician

Laguna Niguel, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leon, Pediatrician in Laguna Niguel, CA?

    Dr. Jacqueline Leon, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Laguna Niguel, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Leon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office at (949) 448-8821.

    Is Dr. Leon board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Jacqueline Leon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Leon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Leon typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Leon 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. Leon. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Leon typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jacqueline Leon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Leon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Leon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 448-8821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in Laguna Niguel, CA?

    Dr. Leon in Laguna Niguel, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Leon's office located?

    Dr. Jacqueline Leon's Primary Practice

    25500 Rancho Niguel Rd Ste 110

    Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

    (949) 448-8821

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    Dr. Jacqueline Leon's Practice 2

    4900 Barranca Pkwy Ste 103

    Irvine, CA 92604

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    What hospitals are Dr. Leon affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Leon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Choc Hospital Main Campus - Orange,Orange, CA
    Saddleback Medical Center,Laguna Hills, CA
    Orange Coast Medical Center,Fountain Valley, CA
    Choc At Mission Hospital,Orange, CA

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

    Dr. Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629398490.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon?

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

    What is Dr. Jacqueline Leon's specialty?

    Dr. Leon is a Pediatrician near Laguna Niguel, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Leon is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Jacqueline Leon accepting new patients in Laguna Niguel, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jacqueline Leon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (949) 448-8821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jacqueline Leon?

    Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (949) 448-8821 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Leon's office located?

    Dr. Leon's offices are located in Laguna Niguel, CA and Irvine, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jacqueline Leon have?

    Dr. Jacqueline Leon is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.