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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leonard, Surgeon in Newark, DE?
Dr. Dawn Leonard, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Leonard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leonard’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leonard’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leonard?
Dr. Dawn Leonard, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon 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. Leonard empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newark/DE community, Dr. Leonard is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Leonard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
Is Dr. Leonard board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Leonard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Leonard speak?
Dr. Leonard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leonard treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Leonard 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. Leonard. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Unspecified Neoplasm
- Growth of Unknown Type
- Indeterminate Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D499: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Leonard perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Dawn Leonard may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leonard's office.
Does Dr. Leonard accept my insurance?
Dr. Leonard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leonard accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Leonard in Newark, DE 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Leonard's office located?
What is Dr. Leonard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leonard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063490167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leonard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leonard
What is Dr. Dawn Leonard's specialty?
Dr. Leonard is a Surgeon near Newark, DE. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Leonard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dawn Leonard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leonard is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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
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Is Dawn Leonard accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Dawn Leonard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dawn Leonard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leonard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dawn Leonard?
Please contact Dr. Leonard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dawn Leonard have?
Dr. Dawn Leonard is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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