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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leon, Cardiologist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Guido Leon, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Leon completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Miami Valley Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Leon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office at (505) 522-0300.
Where did Dr. Leon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Miami Valley Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lutheran Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Main Tchg Hosp/Miami Valley
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Fac De Med, Mexico Df, Mexico | National Autonomous University of Mexico / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Leon board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Guido Leon, MD 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 Cardiologist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Which procedures does Dr. Leon perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Guido Leon may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (505) 522-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Leon in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Presbyterian Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leon's office located?
Dr. Guido Leon's Primary Practice
1255 S Telshor Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(505) 522-0300
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 1841365194.
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. Guido Leon's specialty?
Dr. Leon is a Cardiologist near Las Cruces, NM. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Leon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Guido Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leon is affiliated with Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Christus Health 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Guido Leon accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Guido Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guido Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (505) 522-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guido Leon?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (505) 522-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Guido Leon have?
Dr. Guido Leon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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