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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leggington, Nephrologist in Baytown, TX?
Dr. Robert Leggington, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Baytown, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Leggington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leggington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leggington’s office.
Is Dr. Leggington board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Leggington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leggington speak?
Dr. Leggington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Leggington typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Leggington 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. Leggington. 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)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
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. Leggington typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Leggington may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Leggington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leggington accept my insurance?
Dr. Leggington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leggington accept in Baytown, TX?
Dr. Leggington in Baytown, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leggington's office located?
What is Dr. Leggington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leggington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790704666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leggington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leggington
What is Dr. Robert Leggington's specialty?
Dr. Leggington is a Nephrologist near Baytown, TX.
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. Robert Leggington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leggington is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Robert Leggington accepting new patients in Baytown, TX?
Yes, Dr. Robert Leggington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Leggington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leggington's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Leggington?
Please contact Dr. Leggington's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Leggington have?
Dr. Robert Leggington is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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