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Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon, MD

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tache-Leon, Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tache-Leon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tache-Leon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tache-Leon’s office at (434) 982-1632.

    What languages does Dr. Tache-Leon speak?

    Dr. Tache-Leon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tache-Leon typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tache-Leon 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. Tache-Leon. 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:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Mild Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus
    • Mild Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Mild Nutritional Deficiency
    • Slight Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
    • E441: Mild protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tache-Leon typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tache-Leon 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. Tache-Leon. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
    • Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Does Dr. Tache-Leon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tache-Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 982-1632 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tache-Leon accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Tache-Leon in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tache-Leon's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon's Primary Practice

    1300 Jefferson Park Ave

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

    (434) 982-1632

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    Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon's Practice 2

    4 Hospital Dr

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

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    Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon's Practice 3

    1204 W Main St

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

    Dr. Tache-Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841407830.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tache-Leon?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon's specialty?

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tache-Leon is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Inova Fairfax 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

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    Is Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tache-Leon's office at (434) 982-1632 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Tache-Leon?

    Please contact Dr. Tache-Leon's office at (434) 982-1632 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tache-Leon's office located?

    Dr. Tache-Leon's office is located in Charlottesville, VA.