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Dr. Ira Leeds

Surgeon

New Haven, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leeds, Surgeon in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Ira Leeds is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leeds is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leeds’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leeds’s office at (203) 785-2572.

    What languages does Dr. Leeds speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Leeds typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Leeds 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. Leeds. 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:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Leeds typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Leeds 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. Leeds. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Leeds accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leeds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 785-2572 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leeds accept in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Leeds in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Yale Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Leeds' office located?

    Dr. Ira Leeds' Primary Practice

    800 Howard Ave

    New Haven, CT 06519

    (203) 785-2572

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    Dr. Ira Leeds' Practice 2

    950 Campbell Ave

    West Haven, CT 06516

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

    Dr. Leeds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174865703.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leeds?

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

    What is Dr. Ira Leeds's specialty?

    Dr. Leeds is a Surgeon near New Haven, CT.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Ira Leeds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leeds is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Westerly Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 Dr. Ira Leeds accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Ira Leeds is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ira Leeds offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leeds' office at (203) 785-2572 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ira Leeds?

    Please contact Dr. Leeds' office at (203) 785-2572 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Leeds' office located?

    Dr. Leeds' offices are located in New Haven, CT and West Haven, CT.