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Dr. Steven Vander Leest, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Spirit Lake, IA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vander Leest, Family Medicine Specialist in Spirit Lake, IA?

    Dr. Steven Vander Leest, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Spirit Lake, IA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Vander Leest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vander Leest’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vander Leest’s office at (712) 336-3750.

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

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Vander Leest board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Vander Leest, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vander Leest speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vander Leest typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vander Leest 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. Vander Leest. 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
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vander Leest typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Vander Leest may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vander Leest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vander Leest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 336-3750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vander Leest accept in Spirit Lake, IA?

    Dr. Vander Leest in Spirit Lake, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Avera Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Vander Leest's office located?

    Dr. Steven Vander Leest's Primary Practice

    2301 Highway 71 Ste C

    Spirit Lake, IA 51360

    (712) 336-3750

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    Dr. Steven Vander Leest's Practice 2

    2301 Highway 71

    Spirit Lake, IA 51360

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vander Leest affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Vander Leest has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Avera Holy Family Hospital,Estherville, IA

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

    Dr. Vander Leest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649286386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vander Leest?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Vander Leest's specialty?

    Dr. Vander Leest is a Family Medicine Specialist near Spirit Lake, IA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Steven Vander Leest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vander Leest is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Steven Vander Leest accepting new patients in Spirit Lake, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Vander Leest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Vander Leest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vander Leest's office at (712) 336-3750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Vander Leest?

    Please contact Dr. Vander Leest's office at (712) 336-3750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vander Leest's office located?

    Dr. Vander Leest's office is located in Spirit Lake, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Vander Leest have?

    Dr. Steven Vander Leest is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.