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Who is Dr. De Leon, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Jorge De Leon, MD is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. De Leon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Leon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Leon’s office at (361) 902-4343.
What languages does Dr. De Leon speak?
Dr. De Leon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. De Leon typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. De 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. De 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 here.
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:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
- Ankle Break
- Malleolar Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82852A: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S82842D: Displaced bimalleolar fracture of left lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Shoulder Fracture
- Fractures
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Broken shoulder bone
- Upper arm bone break
- Humerus head fracture
- Shoulder bone injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S42292A: Other displaced fracture of upper end of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. De Leon typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. De 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. De 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Removal of External Fixator
- Anesthesia
- External Fixation Device Removal
- Bone Fixator Removal
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- External Frame Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. De Leon accept my insurance?
Dr. De Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 902-4343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Leon accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. De Leon in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De Leon's office located?
Dr. Jorge De Leon's Primary Practice
613 Elizabeth St Ste 804
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 902-4343
What is Dr. De Leon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144753633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Leon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Leon
What is Dr. Jorge De Leon's specialty?
Dr. De Leon is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
Is this Dr. Jorge De Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Leon is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
When to see an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Jorge De Leon accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge De Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge De Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Leon's office at (361) 902-4343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge De Leon?
Please contact Dr. De Leon's office at (361) 902-4343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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