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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leal, Thoracic Surgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Andres Leal, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leal’s office at (214) 692-6135.
What languages does Dr. Leal speak?
Dr. Leal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Leal treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Leal 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. Leal. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Dissection
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
- Torn Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Torn Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Descending Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
- I7103: Dissection of thoracoabdominal aorta
- I71012: Dissection of descending thoracic aorta
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Leal perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Andres Leal may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leal's office.
Does Dr. Leal accept my insurance?
Dr. Leal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 692-6135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leal accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Leal in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leal's office located?
Dr. Andres Leal's Primary Practice
8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 208
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 692-6135
What is Dr. Leal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891131900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leal
What is Dr. Andres Leal's specialty?
Dr. Leal is a Thoracic Surgeon near Dallas, TX. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Leal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andres Leal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leal is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Texas Health Denton 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 Andres Leal accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Andres Leal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andres Leal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leal's office at (214) 692-6135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andres Leal?
Please contact Dr. Leal's office at (214) 692-6135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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