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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leon, Pulmonologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Nidia Leon, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Leon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office at (210) 927-1832.
What languages does Dr. Leon speak?
Dr. Leon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leon typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Leon typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Leon accept my insurance?
Dr. Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 927-1832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Leon in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Leon's office located?
Dr. Nidia Leon's Primary Practice
1303 McCullough Ave Ste 428
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 927-1832
What is Dr. Leon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720029234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leon
What is Dr. Nidia Leon's specialty?
Dr. Leon is a Pulmonologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Nidia Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leon is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nidia Leon accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nidia Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nidia Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (210) 927-1832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nidia Leon?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (210) 927-1832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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