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Who is Dr. Sanders, Endocrinologist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Leonard Sanders, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sanders completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Nephrology; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sanders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanders’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanders’s office at (831) 333-3040.
Where did Dr. Sanders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Nephrology; Fitzsimons Army Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Sanders board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Sanders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanders speak?
Dr. Sanders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Sanders typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Sanders typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leonard Sanders may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Sanders' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sanders accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 333-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanders accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Sanders in Monterey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sanders' office located?
Dr. Leonard Sanders' Primary Practice
2 Upper Ragsdale Dr Unit A
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 333-3040
What is Dr. Sanders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336160613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanders
What is Dr. Leonard Sanders's specialty?
Dr. Sanders is a Endocrinologist near Monterey, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Leonard Sanders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leonard Sanders accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Leonard Sanders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leonard Sanders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (831) 333-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leonard Sanders?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (831) 333-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leonard Sanders have?
Dr. Leonard Sanders is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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