Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leary, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Peter Leary, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Leary completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University SOM. Dr. Leary is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leary’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leary’s office at (206) 543-6420.
Where did Dr. Leary go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Washington, Dept of Radiation Oncology
Residency: Johns Hopkins University SOM
Medical School: UW - Dept. of Epidemiology
Is Dr. Leary board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Leary, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Leary speak?
Dr. Leary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leary typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Leary 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. Leary. 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:
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term right heart failure
- Chronic right-sided heart failure
- Ongoing right ventricular failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I50812: Chronic right heart failure
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leary typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Leary 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. Leary. 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:
- Resting Oxygen Uptake Test
- Indirect Calorimetry
- Metabolic Rate Test
- Expired Gas Analysis
- Resting Metabolic Rate
CPT Codes:
- 94690: Oxygen uptake, expired gas analysis; rest, indirect (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Leary accept my insurance?
Dr. Leary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-6420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leary accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Leary in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leary's office located?
What is Dr. Leary's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669675534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leary?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leary
What is Dr. Peter Leary's specialty?
Dr. Leary 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. Peter Leary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leary 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
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Is Peter Leary accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Leary is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Leary offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leary's office at (206) 543-6420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Leary?
Please contact Dr. Leary's office at (206) 543-6420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Leary have?
Dr. Peter Leary is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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