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Dr. Leighton Tewes, MD

Colorado Springs, CO

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    Who is Dr. Tewes, Family Medicine Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Dr. Leighton Tewes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tewes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tewes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tewes’s office at (719) 522-1133.

    What languages does Dr. Tewes speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tewes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tewes 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. Tewes. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tewes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leighton Tewes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tewes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tewes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tewes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 522-1133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tewes accept in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Dr. Tewes in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Tewes' office located?

    Dr. Leighton Tewes' Primary Practice

    1625 Medical Center Pt Ste 290

    Colorado Springs, CO 80907

    (719) 522-1133

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    Dr. Leighton Tewes' Practice 2

    6340 Barnes Rd

    Colorado Springs, CO 80922

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    Dr. Leighton Tewes' Practice 3

    6980 Mesa Ridge Pkwy Ste 100

    Fountain, CO 80817

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Leighton Tewes a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Tewes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Tewes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Tewes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306881982.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tewes?

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

    What is Dr. Leighton Tewes's specialty?

    Dr. Tewes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Colorado Springs, CO.

    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. Leighton Tewes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tewes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Leighton Tewes accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Leighton Tewes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leighton Tewes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tewes's office at (719) 522-1133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leighton Tewes?

    Please contact Dr. Tewes's office at (719) 522-1133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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