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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Clarkson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Leigha Clarkson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Far Rockaway, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Clarkson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clarkson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clarkson’s office at (240) 686-2300.
What languages does Dr. Clarkson speak?
Dr. Clarkson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Clarkson treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clarkson 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. Clarkson. 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.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation
- Forensic Psychiatric Exam
- Legal Mental Health Assessment
- Mandated Psychiatric Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z046: Encounter for general psychiatric examination, requested by authority
Which procedures does Dr. Clarkson perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leigha Clarkson may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Clarkson's office.
Does Dr. Clarkson accept my insurance?
Dr. Clarkson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 686-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Clarkson accept in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Clarkson in Far Rockaway, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Metro Plus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Clarkson's office located?
Dr. Leigha Clarkson's Primary Practice
327 Beach 19th St
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(240) 686-2300
What is Dr. Clarkson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Clarkson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902289739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clarkson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clarkson
What is Dr. Leigha Clarkson's specialty?
Dr. Clarkson is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Far Rockaway, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Clarkson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leigha Clarkson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Clarkson is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Mather Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Rockville Centre, South Shore University Hospital, North Shore University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Leigha Clarkson accepting new patients in Far Rockaway, NY?
Yes, Dr. Leigha Clarkson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leigha Clarkson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (240) 686-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leigha Clarkson?
Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (240) 686-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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