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Dr. Alexander Leighton, MD

Brookings, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Leighton, Internist in Brookings, OR?

    Dr. Alexander Leighton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brookings, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Leighton graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Leighton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leighton’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leighton’s office at (707) 464-1989.

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

    • Residency: Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Mary Hitchcock Mem Hospital | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Leighton board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Leighton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Leighton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Leighton treat?

    As a Internist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Shrinking Thyroid Gland
    • Acquired Thyroid Wasting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Leighton perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Leighton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Leighton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Leighton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 464-1989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Leighton accept in Brookings, OR?

    Dr. Leighton in Brookings, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Leighton's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Leighton's Primary Practice

    555 5th St Ste 2

    Brookings, OR 97415

    (707) 464-1989

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    Dr. Alexander Leighton's Practice 2

    780 E Washington Blvd

    Crescent City, CA 95531

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    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 1063422608.

    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. Alexander Leighton's specialty?

    Dr. Leighton is a Internist near Brookings, OR.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Leighton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Leighton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Leighton is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Alexander Leighton accepting new patients in Brookings, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Leighton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Leighton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (707) 464-1989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Leighton?

    Please contact Dr. Leighton's office at (707) 464-1989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Leighton have?

    Dr. Alexander Leighton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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