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Who is Dr. Leighton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Harbor City, CA?
Dr. Thomas Leighton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Leighton completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Leighton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leighton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leighton’s office at (310) 325-5111.
Where did Dr. Leighton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
What languages does Dr. Leighton speak?
Dr. Leighton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leighton treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leighton 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. Leighton. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bruise on Head
- Bruises
- Head contusion
- Head bump
- Black and blue mark on head
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0093XA: Contusion of unspecified part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Lifestyle-Related Health Problems
- Unhealthy lifestyle issues
- Behavioral health concerns
- Wellness challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7289: Other problems related to lifestyle
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Leighton perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Leighton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leighton's office.
Does Dr. Leighton accept my insurance?
Dr. Leighton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leighton accept in Harbor City, CA?
Dr. Leighton in Harbor City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leighton's office located?
Dr. Thomas Leighton's Primary Practice
25825 Vermont Ave
Harbor City, CA 90710
(310) 325-5111
What is Dr. Leighton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leighton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720155583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leighton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leighton
What is Dr. Thomas Leighton's specialty?
Dr. Leighton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Harbor City, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Leighton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Leighton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leighton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Riverside 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 Thomas Leighton accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Leighton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Leighton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Leighton?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (310) 325-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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