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Dr. Benjamin Leffel, MD
Weymouth, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leffel, Internist in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Benjamin Leffel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Weymouth, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Leffel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leffel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leffel’s office at (781) 624-8000.
What languages does Dr. Leffel speak?
Dr. Leffel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Leffel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Leffel 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. Leffel. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Leffel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Leffel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Leffel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leffel accept my insurance?
Dr. Leffel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 624-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leffel accept in Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Leffel in Weymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Eternal Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leffel's office located?
What is Dr. Leffel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leffel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023469525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leffel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leffel
What is Dr. Benjamin Leffel's specialty?
Dr. Leffel is a Internist near Weymouth, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Leffel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leffel is affiliated with Tufts Medical 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
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Is Benjamin Leffel accepting new patients in Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Leffel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Leffel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leffel's office at (781) 624-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Leffel?
Please contact Dr. Leffel's office at (781) 624-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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