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Dr. Leah Ista, MD

Dr. Leah Ista, MD

Grand Forks, ND

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ista, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Grand Forks, ND?

    Dr. Leah Ista, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Forks, ND. She is board certified. Dr. Ista is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ista’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ista’s office at (701) 780-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Ista speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ista treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ista 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. Ista. 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Ista perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leah Ista may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ista accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ista accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 780-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ista accept in Grand Forks, ND?

    Dr. Ista in Grand Forks, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

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    Where is Dr. Ista's office located?

    Dr. Leah Ista's Primary Practice

    1200 S Columbia Rd

    Grand Forks, ND 58201

    (701) 780-5000

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

    Dr. Ista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952798183.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ista?

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

    What is Dr. Leah Ista's specialty?

    Dr. Ista is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Grand Forks, ND. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ista to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leah Ista affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ista is affiliated with Altru Health System 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 Leah Ista accepting new patients in Grand Forks, ND?

    No, Dr. Leah Ista is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leah Ista offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ista's office at (701) 780-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leah Ista?

    Please contact Dr. Ista's office at (701) 780-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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