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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leong, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Shelley Leong, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Leong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leong’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leong’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Leong speak?
Dr. Leong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leong typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Leong 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. Leong. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leong typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shelley Leong may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Leong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leong accept my insurance?
Dr. Leong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leong accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Leong in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leong's office located?
What is Dr. Leong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215381215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leong
What is Dr. Shelley Leong's specialty?
Dr. Leong is a Pulmonologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Shelley Leong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leong is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shelley Leong accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Shelley Leong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelley Leong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shelley Leong?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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