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Dr. David Leifer, MD

Plano, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leifer, Diagnostic Radiologist in Plano, TX?

    Dr. David Leifer, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Leifer graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Leifer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leifer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leifer’s office at (214) 946-4397.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Diagnostic Radiology | Mallinckrodt Institute Rad | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Leifer board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Leifer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Leifer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leifer treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Leifer 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. Leifer. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Leifer perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Leifer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leifer's office.

    Does Dr. Leifer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leifer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 946-4397 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leifer accept in Plano, TX?

    Dr. Leifer in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • United States Department of Labor

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leifer's office located?

    Dr. David Leifer's Primary Practice

    5425 W Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 110

    Plano, TX 75024

    (214) 946-4397

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    Dr. David Leifer's Practice 2

    1441 N Beckley Ave # C

    Dallas, TX 75203

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    Dr. David Leifer's Practice 3

    3500 W Wheatland Rd

    Dallas, TX 75237

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

    Dr. Leifer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386627958.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leifer?

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

    What is Dr. David Leifer's specialty?

    Dr. Leifer is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Plano, TX. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Leifer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Leifer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leifer is affiliated with Navarro Regional Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is David Leifer accepting new patients in Plano, TX?

    Yes, Dr. David Leifer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Leifer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leifer's office at (214) 946-4397 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Leifer?

    Please contact Dr. Leifer's office at (214) 946-4397 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Leifer have?

    Dr. David Leifer is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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