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Dr. Leah Mcdonald, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Providence, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Leah Mcdonald, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office at (401) 415-4618.

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdonald typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcdonald typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Mcdonald may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 415-4618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Mcdonald in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island

    • Point32Health

    • State of Rhode Island

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Leah Mcdonald's Primary Practice

    1085 N Main St

    Providence, RI 02904

    (401) 415-4618

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    Dr. Leah Mcdonald's Practice 2

    164 Summit Ave

    Providence, RI 02906

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    Dr. Leah Mcdonald's Practice 3

    273 Teaticket Hwy

    Teaticket, MA 02536

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mcdonald affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mcdonald has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Newport Hospital,Newport, RI
    Kent Hospital,Warwick, RI
    Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Taunton Inc,Taunton, MA

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

    Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417335423.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?

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

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Leah Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonald is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Leah Mcdonald accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Leah Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leah Mcdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (401) 415-4618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leah Mcdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (401) 415-4618 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Mcdonald's offices are located in Providence, RI and Teaticket, MA.