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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leong, Nephrologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Sheldon Leong is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Leong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leong’s office at (916) 564-6232.
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 Nephrologist like Dr. Leong typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Leong typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheldon Leong may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (916) 564-6232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leong accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Leong in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leong's office located?
Dr. Sheldon Leong's Primary Practice
1111 Exposition Blvd Ste 300
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 564-6232
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 1467764654.
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. Sheldon Leong's specialty?
Dr. Leong is a Nephrologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Sheldon Leong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leong is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sheldon Leong accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sheldon Leong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheldon Leong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (916) 564-6232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheldon Leong?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (916) 564-6232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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