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 with 1 additional practice location. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ista typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ista typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Ista may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ista's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Medica Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
PrimeWest Health
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Where is Dr. Ista's office located?
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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Leah Ista affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ista is affiliated with Altru Health System, Sanford Medical Center Fargo, Essentia Health-Fargo 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 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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