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Dr. Leigh Kwak, MD

Yorktown Heights, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kwak, Endocrinologist in Yorktown Heights, NY?

    Dr. Leigh Kwak, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Yorktown Heights, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kwak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwak’s office at (914) 849-7060.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kwak?

    Dr. Leigh Kwak, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kwak empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Calcium Disorders, Diabetes, Hormonal Disorders, Obesity, Osteoporosis, Pituitary Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Yorktown Heights/NY community, Dr. Kwak is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kwak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kwak treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Kwak 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. Kwak. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Class 1 Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Mild Obesity
    • Moderate Obesity
    • BMI Class 1 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66811: Obesity, class 1

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Does Dr. Kwak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kwak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 849-7060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kwak accept in Yorktown Heights, NY?

    Dr. Kwak in Yorktown Heights, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Kwak's office located?

    Dr. Leigh Kwak's Primary Practice

    3379 Crompond Rd

    Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

    (914) 849-7060

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    Dr. Leigh Kwak's Practice 2

    2071 Boston Post Rd

    Larchmont, NY 10538

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    Dr. Leigh Kwak's Practice 3

    535 E 70th St

    New York, NY 10021

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

    Dr. Kwak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548614977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwak?

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

    What is Dr. Leigh Kwak's specialty?

    Dr. Kwak is a Endocrinologist near Yorktown Heights, NY. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Kwak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leigh Kwak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kwak is affiliated with White Plains Hospital 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 Leigh Kwak accepting new patients in Yorktown Heights, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Leigh Kwak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leigh Kwak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (914) 849-7060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leigh Kwak?

    Please contact Dr. Kwak's office at (914) 849-7060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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