Dr. Stanley Leong, MD
San Francisco, CA
45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Leong, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Stanley Leong, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Leong graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clinical Ctr At The Nih, General Surgery; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, General Surgery. Dr. Leong is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leong’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leong’s office at (415) 600-1020.
Where did Dr. Leong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clinical Ctr At The Nih, General Surgery; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, General Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, General Surgery | University Of California Irvine | Internal Medicine; New England Deaconess Hospital | Clinical Center at the National Institutes of Health Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Leong board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stanley Leong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Leong speak?
Dr. Leong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Leong treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Leong 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. Leong. 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:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
- Left Leg Melanoma
- Left Hip Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Leong perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Leong 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. Leong. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Groin Lymph Node Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Inguinofemoral Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Femoral Lymph Node Removal
- Groin Lymph Node Removal
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38531: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, inguinofemoral node(s)
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Rearrangement Procedure
- Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Medium Defect)
- Local Skin Flap
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Reconstruction (Local)
- Adjacent Tissue Graft
CPT Codes:
- 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Does Dr. Leong accept my insurance?
Dr. Leong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-1020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leong accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Leong in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leong's office located?
Dr. Stanley Leong's Primary Practice
2340 Clay St Fl 2
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 600-1020
What is Dr. Leong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225092596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leong
What is Dr. Stanley Leong's specialty?
Dr. Leong is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Leong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stanley Leong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion. 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
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Is Stanley Leong accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stanley Leong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stanley Leong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (415) 600-1020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stanley Leong?
Please contact Dr. Leong's office at (415) 600-1020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stanley Leong have?
Dr. Stanley Leong is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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