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Dr. John Leister, DO

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leister, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. John Leister, DO is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Leister is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leister’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leister’s office at (515) 249-7734.

    What languages does Dr. Leister speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leister treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Leister 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. Leister. 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:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Other Neutropenia
    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Low neutrophil count
    • Acquired neutropenia
    • Specific neutropenia
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D708: Other neutropenia
    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Inherited Blood Clotting Disorder
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Rare Thrombophilia
    • Genetic Clotting Tendency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6859: Other primary thrombophilia

    Also known as:

    • Von Willebrand Disease
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Von Willebrand disease
    • vWD
    • Von Willebrand disorder
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6800: Von Willebrand disease, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Leister perform?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Leister 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. Leister. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Leister accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leister accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 249-7734 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leister accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Leister in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Genesis Health System

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Patriot Coal Corporation

    • State of Minnesota

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leister's office located?

    Dr. John Leister's Primary Practice

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

    (515) 249-7734

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    Dr. John Leister's Practice 2

    345 Smith Ave N

    Saint Paul, MN 55102

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    Dr. John Leister's Practice 3

    14500 99th Ave N Ste 100

    Maple Grove, MN 55369

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

    Dr. Leister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497247027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leister?

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

    What is Dr. John Leister's specialty?

    Dr. Leister is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Minneapolis, MN. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Leister to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Leister affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leister is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

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    Is John Leister accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. John Leister is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Leister offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leister's office at (515) 249-7734 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Leister?

    Please contact Dr. Leister's office at (515) 249-7734 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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