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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Edward Leon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Leon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leon’s office at (217) 876-3000.
What languages does Dr. Leon speak?
Dr. Leon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leon typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leon 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. Leon. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Leon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Leon may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Leon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Leon accept my insurance?
Dr. Leon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 876-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leon accept in Decatur, IL?
Dr. Leon in Decatur, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Leon's office located?
What is Dr. Leon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164496865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leon
What is Dr. Edward Leon's specialty?
Dr. Leon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Decatur, IL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Edward Leon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leon is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Foundation 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Leon accepting new patients in Decatur, IL?
Yes, Dr. Edward Leon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Leon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (217) 876-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Leon?
Please contact Dr. Leon's office at (217) 876-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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