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Dr. Michael Lepera, MD

North Hollywood, CA

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lepera, Internist in North Hollywood, CA?

    Dr. Michael Lepera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Hollywood, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lepera graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Lepera is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lepera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lepera’s office at (973) 777-1202.

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

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Fairleigh Dickinson University

    What languages does Dr. Lepera speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lepera typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Lepera 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. Lepera. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Lower limb pain
    • Leg discomfort
    • Aching leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79606: Pain in leg, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lepera typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Lepera may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lepera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lepera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 777-1202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lepera accept in North Hollywood, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lepera's office located?

    Dr. Michael Lepera also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Michael Lepera's Primary Practice

    7537 Laurel Canyon Blvd Unit B

    North Hollywood, CA 91605

    (973) 777-1202

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    Dr. Michael Lepera's Practice 2

    1926 Beverly Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90057

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

    Dr. Lepera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205008588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lepera?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Lepera's specialty?

    Dr. Lepera is a Internist near North Hollywood, CA.

    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. Michael Lepera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lepera is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Michael Lepera accepting new patients in North Hollywood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lepera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Lepera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lepera's office at (973) 777-1202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Lepera?

    Please contact Dr. Lepera's office at (973) 777-1202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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