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Dr. Leon Poveda, MD

Wellington, FL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poveda, Family Medicine Specialist in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Leon Poveda, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wellington, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Poveda completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Family Medicine. Dr. Poveda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poveda’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poveda’s office at (561) 331-5155.

    Where did Dr. Poveda go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Family Medicine | University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Program

    • Medical School: University Nac Auto De Nicaragua- Fac De Ciencias

    Is Dr. Poveda board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Leon Poveda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Poveda speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Poveda treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poveda 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. Poveda. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    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:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Poveda perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leon Poveda may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Poveda's office.

    Does Dr. Poveda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poveda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 331-5155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poveda accept in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Poveda in Wellington, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Florida

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • ZF TRW

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    Where is Dr. Poveda's office located?

    Dr. Leon Poveda also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Leon Poveda's Primary Practice

    12785 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 8E

    Wellington, FL 33414

    (561) 331-5155

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    Dr. Leon Poveda's Practice 2

    12788 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 1004

    West Palm Beach, FL 33414

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    Dr. Leon Poveda's Practice 3

    1650 Osceola Dr

    Haverhill, FL 33409

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Leon Poveda?

    Dr. Poveda has appointments available at his Wellington, FL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Poveda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508801242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poveda?

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

    What is Dr. Leon Poveda's specialty?

    Dr. Poveda is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wellington, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Poveda to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leon Poveda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poveda is affiliated with Wellington Regional Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Martin North 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Leon Poveda accepting new patients in Wellington, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Leon Poveda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leon Poveda offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Poveda, or call (561) 331-5155 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Leon Poveda?

    Yes, Dr. Poveda offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Poveda, or call (561) 331-5155 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leon Poveda have?

    Dr. Leon Poveda is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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