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Dr. Alexandra Leader, MD
Norfolk, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leader, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Alexandra Leader, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leader graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed her residency at CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program. Dr. Leader is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leader’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leader’s office.
Where did Dr. Leader go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
What languages does Dr. Leader speak?
Dr. Leader and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leader typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leader 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. Leader. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leader typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leader 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. Leader. 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:
- Auditory Evoked Potentials (Hearing Threshold)
- AEP Hearing Test
- Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
- Hearing Threshold Estimation
CPT Codes:
- 92652: Auditory evoked potentials; for threshold estimation at multiple frequencies, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Leader accept my insurance?
Dr. Leader 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. Leader accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Leader in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
El Paso County Hospital District
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leader's office located?
What is Dr. Leader's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leader's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346568029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leader?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leader
What is Dr. Alexandra Leader's specialty?
Dr. Leader is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Leader affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leader is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 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
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Is Alexandra Leader accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Leader is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Leader offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leader's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Leader?
Please contact Dr. Leader's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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