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Dr. Albert Leonardo, MD
Springfield, MO
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Leonardo, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Albert Leonardo, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Leonardo graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed his residency at Maimanides Med Center. Dr. Leonardo is fluent in English, Filipino, and Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leonardo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leonardo’s office at (417) 820-2600.
Where did Dr. Leonardo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimanides Med Center | Maimonides Medical Center Program
Medical School: Medical Center Of Iran | University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery | Philippine Muslim-Christian College
What languages does Dr. Leonardo speak?
Dr. Leonardo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
What conditions does Dr. Leonardo treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Leonardo 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. Leonardo. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer-Related Fatigue
- Cancer
- Fatigue
- Cancer Fatigue
- Cancer exhaustion
- Tiredness from cancer
- Chemotherapy fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R530: Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Leonardo perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Albert Leonardo may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leonardo's office.
Does Dr. Leonardo accept my insurance?
Dr. Leonardo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leonardo accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Leonardo in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gilsbar
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leonardo's office located?
Dr. Albert Leonardo's Primary Practice
1235 E Cherokee St
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 820-2600
What is Dr. Leonardo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leonardo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962567305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leonardo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leonardo
What is Dr. Albert Leonardo's specialty?
Dr. Leonardo is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Springfield, MO. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Leonardo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Albert Leonardo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leonardo 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Albert Leonardo accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Albert Leonardo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Albert Leonardo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leonardo's office at (417) 820-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Albert Leonardo?
Please contact Dr. Leonardo's office at (417) 820-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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