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Who is Dr. Leaf, Infectious Disease Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Howard Leaf, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Leaf graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Leaf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leaf’s office at (212) 686-7500.
Where did Dr. Leaf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Leaf board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Leaf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leaf speak?
Dr. Leaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Leaf typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Leaf 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. Leaf. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Leaf typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Leaf may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Leaf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Leaf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 686-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leaf accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Leaf in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Cigna Group
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Where is Dr. Leaf's office located?
What is Dr. Leaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942253943.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leaf
What is Dr. Howard Leaf's specialty?
Dr. Leaf is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New York, NY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Howard Leaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leaf is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Margaret Cochran Corbin Va Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Leaf accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Howard Leaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Leaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leaf's office at (212) 686-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Leaf?
Please contact Dr. Leaf's office at (212) 686-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Leaf have?
Dr. Howard Leaf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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