Dr. Jose R Leon

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 51+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Jose R Leon, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in La Jolla, California. He attended and graduated from University Of Arizona College Of Medicine in 1973, having over 51 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. Dr. Jose R Leon also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Scripps Health. Dr. Jose R Leon accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (858) 626-4123 to request Dr. Jose R Leon the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 9888 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205

Phone 1: (858) 626-4123
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Jose R Leon
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7214077684
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease

Experience

  • Over 51 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Jose R Leon attended and graduated from University Of Arizona College Of Medicine in 1973.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1962471292
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, March 17, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, December 4, 2015

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Jose R Leon

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Jose R Leon has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 51 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.
  • Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
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    Pulmonary Disease
    An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Scripps Health


Practice Locations

9888 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 626-4123
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


9896 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 626-4123
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


9898 Genesee Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037-1205
Phone: (858) 455-9100
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Monday, December 19, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, December 4, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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