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Who is Dr. Leung, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kar-Wei Leung, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Leung is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leung’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leung’s office at (713) 489-1741.
What languages does Dr. Leung speak?
Dr. Leung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Leung treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leung 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. Leung. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Leung perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leung 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. Leung. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Leung accept my insurance?
Dr. Leung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 489-1741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leung accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Leung in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leung's office located?
Dr. Kar-Wei Leung's Primary Practice
11451 Katy Fwy Ste 340
Houston, TX 77079
(713) 489-1741
What is Dr. Leung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356795272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leung
What is Dr. Kar-Wei Leung's specialty?
Dr. Leung is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Leung to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kar-Wei Leung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leung is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist West 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Kar-Wei Leung accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kar-Wei Leung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kar-Wei Leung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leung's office at (713) 489-1741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kar-Wei Leung?
Please contact Dr. Leung's office at (713) 489-1741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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