Dr. Michael Leighton, MD
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leighton, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Palm Beach Gardens, FL?
Dr. Michael Leighton, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palm Beach Gardens, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Leighton graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Leighton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leighton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leighton’s office at (561) 694-7776.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Leighton?
Dr. Michael Leighton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist 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. Leighton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery, Fractures, Hip Replacement, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palm Beach Gardens/FL community, Dr. Leighton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Leighton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Leighton board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Leighton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Leighton speak?
Dr. Leighton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Leighton treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leighton 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. Leighton. 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 Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Knee Meniscus Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn Meniscus
- Meniscus Tear
- Knee Cartilage Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- M23321: Other meniscus derangements, posterior horn of medial meniscus, right knee
- M23322: Other meniscus derangements, posterior horn of medial meniscus, left knee
- M23331: Other meniscus derangements, other medial meniscus, right knee
Also known as:
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Hip Replacement
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
What procedures does Dr. Leighton perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Leighton performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Leighton. 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:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Leighton accept my insurance?
Dr. Leighton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 694-7776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leighton accept in Palm Beach Gardens, FL?
Dr. Leighton in Palm Beach Gardens, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leighton's office located?
Dr. Michael Leighton's Primary Practice
7100 Fairway Dr Ste 42
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
(561) 694-7776
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Leighton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leighton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669433447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leighton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leighton
What is Dr. Michael Leighton's specialty?
Dr. Leighton is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Palm Beach Gardens, FL. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Leighton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Leighton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leighton is affiliated with Jupiter Medical 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
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Is Michael Leighton accepting new patients in Palm Beach Gardens, FL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Leighton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Leighton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (561) 694-7776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Leighton?
Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (561) 694-7776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Leighton have?
Dr. Michael Leighton is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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