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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Leiva, Internist in Bradenton, FL?
Dr. Nilsa Leiva, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bradenton, FL. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Leiva graduated from University of New South Wales Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Lincoln Medical Center. Dr. Leiva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leiva’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leiva’s office at (941) 345-1943.
Where did Dr. Leiva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Jackson Hospital
Residency: Lincoln Medical Center | San Juan De Dios Hospital
Medical School: Universidad De San Carlos | University of New South Wales Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Leiva speak?
Dr. Leiva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Leiva treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Leiva 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. Leiva. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mild Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Mild major depression
- Mild depressive episode
- Low mood
ICD-10 Codes:
- F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Which procedures does Dr. Leiva perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nilsa Leiva may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leiva's office.
Does Dr. Leiva accept my insurance?
Dr. Leiva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 345-1943 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leiva accept in Bradenton, FL?
Dr. Leiva in Bradenton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leiva's office located?
What is Dr. Leiva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leiva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114924339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leiva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leiva
What is Dr. Nilsa Leiva's specialty?
Dr. Leiva is a Internist near Bradenton, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Leiva to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nilsa Leiva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leiva 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
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Is Nilsa Leiva accepting new patients in Bradenton, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nilsa Leiva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilsa Leiva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leiva's office at (941) 345-1943 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilsa Leiva?
Please contact Dr. Leiva's office at (941) 345-1943 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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