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Dr. Leonard Gitter, MD

Lakeland, FL

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    Who is Dr. Gitter, Medical Oncologist in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Leonard Gitter, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Gitter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gitter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gitter’s office at (863) 680-7780.

    Is Dr. Gitter board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard Gitter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gitter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gitter treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gitter 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. Gitter. 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:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Also known as:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
    • MDS
    • Preleukemia
    • Bone marrow failure disorder
    • Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
    • D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Malignant Lung Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
    • C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    What procedures does Dr. Gitter perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gitter 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. Gitter. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Gitter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gitter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 680-7780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gitter accept in Lakeland, FL?

    Dr. Gitter in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mattel Inc

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gitter's office located?

    Dr. Leonard Gitter's Primary Practice

    1730 Lakeland Hills Blvd

    Lakeland, FL 33805

    (863) 680-7780

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

    Dr. Gitter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902049646.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gitter?

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

    What is Dr. Leonard Gitter's specialty?

    Dr. Gitter is a Medical Oncologist near Lakeland, FL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Gitter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leonard Gitter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gitter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Leonard Gitter accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard Gitter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leonard Gitter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gitter's office at (863) 680-7780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leonard Gitter?

    Please contact Dr. Gitter's office at (863) 680-7780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leonard Gitter have?

    Dr. Leonard Gitter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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