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Dr. Leonid Emerel, MD

Plainsboro, NJ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Emerel, Thoracic Surgeon in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Dr. Leonid Emerel, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plainsboro, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Emerel graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Emerel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emerel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emerel’s office at (609) 853-6590.

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

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Emerel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Emerel treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Emerel 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. Emerel. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Lung Disease
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Lung tumor of uncertain nature
    • Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
    • Tracheal or bronchial growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung

    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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pneumothorax
    • Air in Chest Cavity
    • Lung Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Spontaneous Pneumothorax
    • Other Pneumothorax
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
    • Collapsed lung
    • PSP
    • Sudden collapsed lung
    • Lung collapse
    • Types of pneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9311: Primary spontaneous pneumothorax
    • J9383: Other pneumothorax

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    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:

    • Thymus Cancer
    • Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Thymoma
    • Thymic Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thymus Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C37: Malignant neoplasm of thymus

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Emphysema
    • Emphysema
    • Lung Tissue Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Interstitial Emphysema
    • Air Trapping in Lung Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J982: Interstitial emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Broken Breastbone
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Sternum Fracture
    • Fractured Sternum
    • Chest Bone Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2222XA: Fracture of body of sternum, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Benign Carcinoid Tumor of the Lung
    • Benign Tumor
    • Carcinoid Tumor
    • Lung Disease
    • Carcinoid tumor of bronchus
    • Non-cancerous lung tumor
    • Neuroendocrine tumor of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A090: Benign carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung

    Does Dr. Emerel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Emerel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 853-6590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Emerel accept in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Dr. Emerel in Plainsboro, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Emerel's office located?

    Dr. Leonid Emerel also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Leonid Emerel's Primary Practice

    5 Plainsboro Rd

    Plainsboro, NJ 08536

    (609) 853-6590

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    Dr. Leonid Emerel's Practice 2

    350 Forsgate Dr

    Monroe, NJ 08831

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    Dr. Leonid Emerel's Practice 3

    2346 Route 33

    Robbinsville, NJ 08691

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Leonid Emerel?

    Dr. Emerel has appointments available at his Plainsboro, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Emerel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346687647.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emerel?

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

    What is Dr. Leonid Emerel's specialty?

    Dr. Emerel is a Thoracic Surgeon near Plainsboro, NJ. 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. Emerel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leonid Emerel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Emerel is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Leonid Emerel accepting new patients in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Leonid Emerel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leonid Emerel offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Emerel, or call (609) 853-6590 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Leonid Emerel?

    Yes, Dr. Emerel offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Emerel, or call (609) 853-6590 for more information.

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