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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leff, Ophthalmologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Steven Leff, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Leff is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leff’s office.
Is Dr. Leff board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Leff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Leff speak?
Dr. Leff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Leff typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leff 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. Leff. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
- Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
- Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Leff typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Leff 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. Leff. 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:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair (Scleral Buckling)
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Scleral Buckling Surgery
- Retinal Reattachment Surgery
- Eye Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67107: Repair of retinal detachment; scleral buckling (such as lamellar scleral dissection, imbrication or encircling procedure), including, when performed, implant, cryotherapy, photocoagulation, and drainage of subretinal fluid
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
- Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
- Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
- Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens
Does Dr. Leff accept my insurance?
Dr. Leff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leff accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Leff in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Leff's office located?
What is Dr. Leff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184651739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leff
What is Dr. Steven Leff's specialty?
Dr. Leff is a Ophthalmologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Steven Leff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leff is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Duluth, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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 Steven Leff accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Leff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Leff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leff's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Leff?
Please contact Dr. Leff's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Leff have?
Dr. Steven Leff is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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