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Dr. Leonard Caputo, MD

Surgeon

Aptos, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caputo, Surgeon in Aptos, CA?

    Dr. Leonard Caputo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aptos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Caputo completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Caputo is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caputo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caputo’s office at (831) 318-0010.

    Where did Dr. Caputo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Caputo speak?

    Dr. Caputo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Caputo typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Caputo typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Caputo 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. Caputo. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Caputo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caputo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 318-0010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caputo accept in Aptos, CA?

    Dr. Caputo in Aptos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Caputo's office located?

    Dr. Leonard Caputo's Primary Practice

    3275 Aptos Rancho Rd Ste 1A

    Aptos, CA 95003

    (831) 318-0010

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    Dr. Leonard Caputo's Practice 2

    945 Blanco Cir Ste A

    Salinas, CA 93901

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    Dr. Leonard Caputo's Practice 3

    1212 S Main St

    Salinas, CA 93901

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    What hospitals are Dr. Caputo affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Caputo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
    Natividad Medical Center,Salinas, CA
    Mee Memorial Hospital,King City, CA
    Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital,Hollister, CA

    What is Dr. Caputo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Caputo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164568614.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caputo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caputo

    What is Dr. Leonard Caputo's specialty?

    Dr. Caputo is a Surgeon near Aptos, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Leonard Caputo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caputo is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Memorial Hospital Los Banos 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

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    Is Dr. Leonard Caputo accepting new patients in Aptos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Leonard Caputo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leonard Caputo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (831) 318-0010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leonard Caputo?

    Please contact Dr. Caputo's office at (831) 318-0010 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Caputo's office located?

    Dr. Caputo's offices are located in Aptos, CA and Salinas, CA.