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Dr. Brent Leytem, MD

Gainesville, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Leytem, Family Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Brent Leytem, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Leytem completed his residency at Shands At Agh, Family Medicine. Dr. Leytem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leytem’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leytem’s office at (352) 333-6680.

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

    • Residency: Shands At Agh, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville

    Is Dr. Leytem board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Leytem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Leytem speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leytem treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leytem 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. Leytem. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Need for Personal Care Assistance
    • Help with daily living
    • Assistance with self-care
    • Activities of daily living support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z741: Need for assistance with personal care

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • History of Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Past TBI
    • Previous head injury
    • History of concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87820: Personal history of traumatic brain injury

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Leytem perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brent Leytem may include:

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

    Does Dr. Leytem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leytem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 333-6680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leytem accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Leytem in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leytem's office located?

    Dr. Brent Leytem's Primary Practice

    6900 NW 9th Blvd

    Gainesville, FL 32605

    (352) 333-6680

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

    Dr. Leytem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407815640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leytem?

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

    What is Dr. Brent Leytem's specialty?

    Dr. Leytem is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Leytem to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brent Leytem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Leytem is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Malcom Randall Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Brent Leytem accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Leytem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Leytem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leytem's office at (352) 333-6680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brent Leytem?

    Please contact Dr. Leytem's office at (352) 333-6680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Leytem have?

    Dr. Brent Leytem is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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