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Dr. Stephen Leighton, MD

Delray Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leighton, Diagnostic Radiologist in Delray Beach, FL?

    Dr. Stephen Leighton, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Delray Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leighton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leighton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leighton’s office at (561) 625-4441.

    Is Dr. Leighton board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Leighton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Leighton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leighton treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Leighton 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. Leighton. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lobar Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Lobe Infection
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Severe Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Which procedures does Dr. Leighton perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Leighton may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leighton's office.

    Does Dr. Leighton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leighton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 625-4441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leighton accept in Delray Beach, FL?

    Dr. Leighton in Delray Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other PACE

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Planned Administrators

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    Where is Dr. Leighton's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Leighton's Primary Practice

    5352 Linton Blvd

    Delray Beach, FL 33484

    (561) 625-4441

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    Dr. Stephen Leighton's Practice 2

    21644 State Road 7

    Boca Raton, FL 33428

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    Dr. Stephen Leighton's Practice 3

    1411 N Flager Dr

    West Palm Beach, FL 33401

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

    Dr. Leighton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750582144.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leighton?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Leighton's specialty?

    Dr. Leighton is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Delray Beach, FL. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Leighton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Leighton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leighton is affiliated with Delray Medical Center, West Boca 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

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    Is Stephen Leighton accepting new patients in Delray Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Leighton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Leighton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (561) 625-4441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Leighton?

    Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (561) 625-4441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Leighton have?

    Dr. Stephen Leighton is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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