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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leavitt, Family Medicine Specialist in Aurora, MO?
Dr. Benjamin Leavitt, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Leavitt is fluent in English and Finnish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leavitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leavitt’s office at (417) 847-6000.
Is Dr. Leavitt board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Leavitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leavitt speak?
Dr. Leavitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Finnish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leavitt typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leavitt 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. Leavitt. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leavitt typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Leavitt may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Leavitt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leavitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Leavitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 847-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leavitt accept in Aurora, MO?
Dr. Leavitt in Aurora, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Leavitt's office located?
What is Dr. Leavitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leavitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629157359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leavitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leavitt
What is Dr. Benjamin Leavitt's specialty?
Dr. Leavitt is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aurora, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Leavitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leavitt is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Leavitt accepting new patients in Aurora, MO?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Leavitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Leavitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leavitt's office at (417) 847-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Leavitt?
Please contact Dr. Leavitt's office at (417) 847-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Leavitt have?
Dr. Benjamin Leavitt is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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