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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leja, Family Medicine Specialist in Cheboygan, MI?
Dr. Loretta Leja, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cheboygan, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Leja graduated from MED COLL OF WI and completed her residency at Saginaw Co-Op Hosps. Dr. Leja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leja’s office at (231) 597-8192.
Where did Dr. Leja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saginaw Co-Op Hosps
Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | MED COLL OF WI
Is Dr. Leja board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Loretta Leja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leja speak?
Dr. Leja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leja typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leja 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. Leja. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leja typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leja 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. Leja. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Leja accept my insurance?
Dr. Leja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 597-8192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leja accept in Cheboygan, MI?
Dr. Leja in Cheboygan, MI 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leja's office located?
What is Dr. Leja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831122324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leja
What is Dr. Loretta Leja's specialty?
Dr. Leja is a Family Medicine Specialist near Cheboygan, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Loretta Leja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leja is affiliated with Mclaren Northern Michigan, University Of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital 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 Loretta Leja accepting new patients in Cheboygan, MI?
Yes, Dr. Loretta Leja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Loretta Leja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leja's office at (231) 597-8192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Loretta Leja?
Please contact Dr. Leja's office at (231) 597-8192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Loretta Leja have?
Dr. Loretta Leja is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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