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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aponte, Internist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Leyla Aponte, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aponte graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Aponte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aponte’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aponte’s office at (813) 974-2201.
Where did Dr. Aponte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Aponte speak?
Dr. Aponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Aponte typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Aponte 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. Aponte. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Aponte typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Leyla Aponte may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Aponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 974-2201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aponte accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Aponte in Tampa, FL 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aponte's office located?
What is Dr. Aponte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821420753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aponte
What is Dr. Leyla Aponte's specialty?
Dr. Aponte is a Internist near Tampa, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Leyla Aponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aponte is affiliated with Adventhealth Tampa 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leyla Aponte accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Leyla Aponte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leyla Aponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office at (813) 974-2201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leyla Aponte?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office at (813) 974-2201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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