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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Legaspi, Pediatrician in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Legaspi is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Legaspi’s office at (570) 271-6396.
Is Dr. Legaspi board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Legaspi speak?
Dr. Legaspi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Legaspi typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Legaspi 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. Legaspi. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Legaspi typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Legaspi 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. Legaspi. 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:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Simple Repair of Small Facial Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Superficial Wound Closure (Face)
- Minor Facial Laceration Repair
- Stitches for Small Face Cut
CPT Codes:
- 12011: Simple repair of superficial wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Legaspi accept my insurance?
Dr. Legaspi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6396 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Legaspi accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Legaspi in Wilkes Barre, PA 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Jefferson Health
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Legaspi's office located?
Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi's Primary Practice
25 Church St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(570) 271-6396
What is Dr. Legaspi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Legaspi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194788919.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Legaspi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Legaspi
What is Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi's specialty?
Dr. Legaspi is a Pediatrician near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Legaspi is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre General 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
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Is Leopoldo Legaspi accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Legaspi's office at (570) 271-6396 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leopoldo Legaspi?
Please contact Dr. Legaspi's office at (570) 271-6396 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi have?
Dr. Leopoldo Legaspi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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