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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garner, Internist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Leon Garner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Garner graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carolinas Medical Center Program. Dr. Garner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garner’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garner’s office at (704) 384-1925.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garner?
Dr. Leon Garner, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlotte, NC community, Dr. Garner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Garner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garner speak?
Dr. Garner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garner typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Garner 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. Garner. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garner typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Leon Garner 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
Please contact Dr. Garner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garner accept my insurance?
Dr. Garner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 384-1925 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garner accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Garner in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garner's office located?
Dr. Leon Garner's Primary Practice
15825 Ballantyne Medical Pl Ste 200
Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 384-1925
What is Dr. Garner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194727966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garner
What is Dr. Leon Garner's specialty?
Dr. Garner is a Internist near Charlotte, NC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Leon Garner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garner is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leon Garner accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Leon Garner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leon Garner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (704) 384-1925 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leon Garner?
Please contact Dr. Garner's office at (704) 384-1925 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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