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Dr. Stewart Leftow, MD

Anesthesiologist

Philadelphia, PA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leftow, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Stewart Leftow, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Leftow graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University, completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Phoenixville Hospital. Dr. Leftow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leftow’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leftow’s office.
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    Where did Dr. Leftow go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Anesthesiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University

    Is Dr. Leftow board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stewart Leftow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Leftow speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Leftow typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leftow 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. Leftow. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Leftow typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Leftow 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. Leftow. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Leftow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leftow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leftow accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Leftow in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AMN, RAN, and or HMN

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CDPHP

    • Cigna Group

    • CMS

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Leftow's office located?

    Dr. Stewart Leftow's Primary Practice

    800 Spruce St

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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    Phoenixville Hospital

    140 Nutt Rd

    Phoenixville, PA 19460

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    Dr. Stewart Leftow's Practice 3

    420 W Linfield Trappe Rd Ste 101

    Limerick, PA 19468

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

    Dr. Leftow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477583383.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leftow?

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

    What is Dr. Stewart Leftow's specialty?

    Dr. Leftow is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Stewart Leftow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leftow is affiliated with Phoenixville Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Stewart Leftow accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Stewart Leftow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stewart Leftow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leftow's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stewart Leftow?

    Please contact Dr. Leftow's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Leftow's office located?

    Dr. Leftow's offices are located in Philadelphia, PA, Phoenixville, PA, and Limerick, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stewart Leftow have?

    Dr. Stewart Leftow is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.