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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leem, Otolaryngologist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Ted Leem, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Leem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leem’s office at (562) 657-4900.
What languages does Dr. Leem speak?
Dr. Leem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Leem typically treat?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Leem 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. Leem. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Lingual Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85810: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of tongue
- C023: Malignant neoplasm of anterior two-thirds of tongue, part unspecified
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal History of Lip, Mouth, or Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Throat Cancer
- Past oral cancer
- Previous pharyngeal malignancy
- History of mouth tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85818: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other sites of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- History of larynx cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Past laryngeal cancer
- Larynx cancer survivor
- Previous throat cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8521: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of larynx
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Leem typically perform?
As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Leem performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Leem. 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:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
Also known as:
- Foreign Body Removal from Ear Canal (Without General Anesthesia)
- Ear Canal Foreign Object Removal
- Remove Object from Ear
- Earwax Removal
CPT Codes:
- 69200: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; without general anesthesia
Does Dr. Leem accept my insurance?
Dr. Leem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 657-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leem accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Leem in Bellflower, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leem's office located?
What is Dr. Leem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821144429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leem
What is Dr. Ted Leem's specialty?
Dr. Leem is a Otolaryngologist near Bellflower, CA.
What does an Otolaryngologist do?
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.
Is this Dr. Ted Leem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leem is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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
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Is Ted Leem accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ted Leem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ted Leem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leem's office at (562) 657-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ted Leem?
Please contact Dr. Leem's office at (562) 657-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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