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Dr. Arnold Leiboff, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

East Setauket, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leiboff, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in East Setauket, NY?

    Dr. Arnold Leiboff, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Leiboff graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Leiboff is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leiboff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leiboff’s office at (631) 689-2600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leiboff?

    Dr. Arnold Leiboff, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Leiboff empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, Anorectal Disorders, Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, Colonoscopy, Diverticulitis, Fistula-Complex, Hemorrhoids, Laparoscopic Surgery, Pilonidal Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Setauket/NY community, Dr. Leiboff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Leiboff go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery; Beth Israel Med Ctr, General Surgery | SUNY | Carle Foundation Hospital Program

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Leiboff board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Leiboff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Leiboff speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Leiboff treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Leiboff 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. Leiboff. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • First Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal Disorder
    • Internal hemorrhoids
    • Grade 1 hemorrhoids
    • Mild hemorrhoids
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K640: First degree hemorrhoids
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis

    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:

    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K601: Chronic anal fissure
    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    What procedures does Dr. Leiboff perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Leiboff 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. Leiboff. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
    • Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
    • Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
    • Rigid Sigmoidoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure Removal with Muscle Release
    • Fissurectomy
    • Sphincterotomy
    • Anal Fissure Repair
    • Chronic Fissure Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46200: Fissurectomy, including sphincterotomy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • External Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Fissure Repair
    • Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Piles Surgery
    • External Piles Removal
    • Hemorrhoidectomy with Fissurectomy
    • Piles Surgery with Fissure Repair
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46250: Hemorrhoidectomy, external, 2 or more columns/groups
    • 46261: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups; with fissurectomy
    • 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Sphincter Widening Under Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Anal Dilation
    • Sphincterotomy (Non-Surgical)
    • Anorectal Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 45905: Dilation of anal sphincter (separate procedure) under anesthesia other than local

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Removal of Anal Growths
    • Anal Wart Removal (Chemical)
    • Chemical Destruction of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Growth Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 46900: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; chemical

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Anal Fistula Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Anal Skin Tags
    • Anal Papillae Excision
    • Perianal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anorectal Tag Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46230: Excision of multiple external papillae or tags, anus

    Also known as:

    • Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
    • Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated

    Does Dr. Leiboff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leiboff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 689-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leiboff accept in East Setauket, NY?

    Dr. Leiboff in East Setauket, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Leiboff's office located?

    Dr. Arnold Leiboff's Primary Practice

    3400 Nesconset Hwy Ste 100

    East Setauket, NY 11733

    (631) 689-2600

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    Dr. Arnold Leiboff's Practice 2

    171 N Belle Mead Rd

    East Setauket, NY 11733

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

    Dr. Leiboff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154322188.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leiboff?

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

    What is Dr. Arnold Leiboff's specialty?

    Dr. Leiboff is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near East Setauket, NY. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Leiboff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arnold Leiboff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leiboff is affiliated with Mather Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

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    Is Arnold Leiboff accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Leiboff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arnold Leiboff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leiboff's office at (631) 689-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arnold Leiboff?

    Please contact Dr. Leiboff's office at (631) 689-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arnold Leiboff have?

    Dr. Arnold Leiboff is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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