Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leon, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Christopher Leon, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Leon completed his residency at Palmetto General Hospital. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC INTERNISTS, Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, and American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Leon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office at (305) 554-1700.
Where did Dr. Leon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto General Hospital
Is Dr. Leon board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Leon, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Dr. Leon treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Leon perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Leon may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leon's office.
Does Dr. Leon accept my insurance?
Dr. Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 554-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Leon in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leon's office located?
Dr. Christopher Leon's Practice 3
8353 SW 124th St Ste 101
Miami, FL 33156
(305) 232-2510
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC INTERNISTS
Member
Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
Member
American Osteopathic Association
Member
What is Dr. Leon's NPI number?An 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 1912159799.
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. Christopher Leon's specialty?
Dr. Leon is a Hospitalist near Miami, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Leon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leon is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Christopher Leon accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (305) 554-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Leon?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (305) 554-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Leon have?
Dr. Christopher Leon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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