Dr. Leighton Sweet, MD

Monterey, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Sweet, Hospitalist in Monterey, CA?

Dr. Leighton Sweet, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sweet completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sweet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweet’s office at (831) 622-2708.

Where did Dr. Sweet go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

Is Dr. Sweet board certified as a Hospitalist?

Yes, Dr. Leighton Sweet, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Sweet speak?

Dr. Sweet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sweet typically treat?

As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sweet 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. Sweet. 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:

Anorexia
Eating Disorder
Loss of appetite
Lack of desire to eat
Eating disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

R630: Anorexia

Also known as:

Alzheimer's Disease
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AD
Alzheimer's Dementia
Memory Loss Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sweet typically perform?

As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Leighton Sweet may include:

Hospital Visit

Please contact Dr. Sweet's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Sweet accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Sweet's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Sweet's office located?

Dr. Leighton Sweet's Primary Practice

23625 Wr Holman Hwy

Monterey, CA 93940

(831) 622-2708

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What is Dr. Sweet's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Sweet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922026418.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweet?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweet

What is Dr. Leighton Sweet's specialty?

Dr. Sweet is a Hospitalist near Monterey, CA.

What does a Hospitalist do?

Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

Is Dr. Leighton Sweet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Sweet 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

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