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Dr. Leontine Van Elden, MD, PHD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Van Elden, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Leontine Van Elden, MD, PHD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Van Elden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Elden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Elden’s office at (646) 422-4922.

    What languages does Dr. Van Elden speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Van Elden typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Van Elden 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. Van Elden. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Side Effects from Cancer or Immune-Suppressing Drugs
    • Drug Reactions
    • Lasting chemotherapy side effects
    • Chronic immunosuppressant reactions
    • Persistent adverse effects of cancer drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T451X5S: Adverse effect of antineoplastic and immunosuppressive drugs, sequela

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Van Elden typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Van Elden 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. Van Elden. 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:

    • Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
    • Pulmonary Stress Test
    • Lung Function Tests
    • DLCO Test
    • Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
    • Lung Gas Exchange Test
    • Lung Stress Test
    • 6-Minute Walk Test
    • Breathing Stress Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed

    Does Dr. Van Elden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Van Elden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 422-4922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Van Elden accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Van Elden in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Van Elden's office located?

    Dr. Leontine Van Elden's Primary Practice

    1275 York Ave

    New York, NY 10065

    (646) 422-4922

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    What hospitals are Dr. Van Elden affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Van Elden has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Van Elden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023640448.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Elden?

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

    What is Dr. Leontine Van Elden's specialty?

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Leontine Van Elden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Van Elden is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Leontine Van Elden accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Leontine Van Elden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leontine Van Elden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Van Elden's office at (646) 422-4922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leontine Van Elden?

    Please contact Dr. Van Elden's office at (646) 422-4922 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Van Elden's office located?

    Dr. Van Elden's office is located in New York, NY.