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Who is Dr. Leschek, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Ellen Leschek, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD. She is board certified. Dr. Leschek graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at A-OPTIC/University of Mississippi MC Program. Dr. Leschek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leschek’s office at (301) 451-9229.
Where did Dr. Leschek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A-OPTIC/University of Mississippi MC Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Leschek board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Leschek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Leschek speak?
Dr. Leschek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Leschek typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Leschek 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. Leschek. 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Class 1 Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Mild Obesity
- Moderate Obesity
- BMI Class 1 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E66811: Obesity, class 1
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Leschek typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Leschek may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Leschek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leschek accept my insurance?
Dr. Leschek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 451-9229 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leschek accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Leschek in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Leschek's office located?
National Institutes Of Health - Clinical Center Pe
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20892
(301) 451-9229
What is Dr. Leschek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leschek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003184482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leschek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leschek
What is Dr. Ellen Leschek's specialty?
Dr. Leschek is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Bethesda, MD.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Ellen Leschek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leschek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ellen Leschek accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Leschek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Leschek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leschek's office at (301) 451-9229 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Leschek?
Please contact Dr. Leschek's office at (301) 451-9229 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Leschek have?
Dr. Ellen Leschek is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Leschek
National Institutes Of Health - Clinical Center Pe
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20892