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Who is Dr. Leese, Surgeon in Cherry Hill, NJ?
Dr. Kenneth Leese, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cherry Hill, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leese completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Leese is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leese’s office.
Where did Dr. Leese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Leese board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Leese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Leese speak?
Dr. Leese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Leese typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Leese 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. Leese. 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:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Leese typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Leese 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. Leese. 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:
- Unna Boot Application
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Leese accept my insurance?
Dr. Leese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leese accept in Cherry Hill, NJ?
Dr. Leese in Cherry Hill, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Clover Health Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leese's office located?
What is Dr. Leese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316964356.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leese
What is Dr. Kenneth Leese's specialty?
Dr. Leese is a Surgeon near Cherry Hill, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Leese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leese is affiliated with Jefferson Stratford Hospital 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
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Is Kenneth Leese accepting new patients in Cherry Hill, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Leese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Leese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leese's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Leese?
Please contact Dr. Leese's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Leese have?
Dr. Kenneth Leese is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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