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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leong, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Derek Leong, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leong’s office at (626) 673-9205.
What languages does Dr. Leong speak?
Dr. Leong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Leong typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Leong 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. Leong. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Leong typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Leong may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Leong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leong accept my insurance?
Dr. Leong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 673-9205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leong accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Leong in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leong's office located?
Dr. Derek Leong's Primary Practice
4867 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(626) 673-9205
What is Dr. Leong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194102921.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leong
What is Dr. Derek Leong's specialty?
Dr. Leong is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Derek Leong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leong is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Leong accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Leong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Leong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (626) 673-9205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Leong?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (626) 673-9205 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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