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Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva, MD

Pediatrician

Floral Park, NY

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

    Who is Dr. Cascio-Leva, Pediatrician in Floral Park, NY?

    Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Floral Park, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Cascio-Leva graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Cascio-Leva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cascio-Leva’s office at (516) 222-0893.

    Where did Dr. Cascio-Leva go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cascio-Leva board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cascio-Leva speak?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cascio-Leva typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cascio-Leva 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. Cascio-Leva. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cascio-Leva typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cascio-Leva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 222-0893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cascio-Leva accept in Floral Park, NY?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva in Floral Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cascio-Leva's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva's Primary Practice

    271 Jericho Tpke

    Floral Park, NY 11001

    (516) 222-0893

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    Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva's Practice 2

    1101 Stewart Ave Ste 306

    Garden City, NY 11530

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva has appointments available at her Floral Park, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Cascio-Leva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457351801.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cascio-Leva?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva's specialty?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva is a Pediatrician near Floral Park, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Cascio-Leva 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva accepting new patients in Floral Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cascio-Leva, or call (516) 222-0893 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cascio-Leva, or call (516) 222-0893 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Cascio-Leva's office located?

    Dr. Cascio-Leva's offices are located in Floral Park, NY and Garden City, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva have?

    Dr. Melissa Cascio-Leva is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.