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Dr. Jeffrey Leonard, MD

Neurosurgeon

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leonard, Neurosurgeon in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Jeffrey Leonard, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Leonard completed his residency at St Louis Childrens Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Leonard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leonard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leonard’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leonard?

    Dr. Jeffrey Leonard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Leonard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors, Chiari Malformations, Pediatric Neurosurgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus, OH community, Dr. Leonard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: St Louis Childrens Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, Neurological Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa

    Is Dr. Leonard board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Leonard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Leonard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Leonard typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Leonard 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. Leonard. 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:

    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegia
    • CP with spastic diplegia
    • Little's disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Does Dr. Leonard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leonard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leonard accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Leonard in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Ohio Health Choice Plan

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Leonard's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Leonard's Primary Practice

    555 S 18th St

    Columbus, OH 43205

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    Dr. Jeffrey Leonard's Practice 2

    700 Childrens Dr

    Columbus, OH 43205

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    What hospitals are Dr. Leonard affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Leonard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nationwide Children's Hospital,Columbus, OH

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

    Dr. Leonard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942228366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leonard?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Leonard's specialty?

    Dr. Leonard is a Neurosurgeon near Columbus, OH.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Jeffrey Leonard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jeffrey Leonard accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Leonard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Leonard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leonard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Leonard?

    Please contact Dr. Leonard's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Leonard's office located?

    Dr. Leonard's office is located in Columbus, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Leonard have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Leonard is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.