Dr. James Leithead III, MD
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Dr. James Leithead III, MD
Offers telehealth
About
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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
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Insurance Accepted
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Cigna PPOOpen Access Plus
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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BlueCard PPOBlue Card PPO
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BlueConnect HMO-POSPreferred Care PPO
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Verity HealthnetVerity Healthnet POS
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Superior Health Plan
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Nexus Open AccessOptions PPONavigate HMONavigate POSChoice Plus POSNavigate Plus POS
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Open Choice PPOChoice Plus POS IIManaged Choice (Open Access) POSPremier Care Network Plus - Innovation HealthElect Choice (Open Access) EPOAetna HMOAPCN Choice POS II
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Choice Care Network PPOChoice Care PPONational POSChoice POSHMO Premier HMO
Locations
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Surgical Specialists of Louisiana7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd, Covington, LA 70433MondayOpen 24 Hours 08:30 - 17:00TuesdayOpen 24 Hours 08:30 - 17:00WednesdayOpen 24 Hours 08:30 - 17:00ThursdayOpen 24 Hours 08:30 - 17:00FridayOpen 24 Hours 08:30 - 17:00SaturdayOpen 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00SundayOpen 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
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Surgical Specialists of La3100 Galleria Dr Ste 300, Metairie, LA 70001Monday08:30 - 17:00Tuesday08:30 - 17:00Wednesday08:30 - 17:00Thursday08:30 - 17:00Friday08:30 - 17:00SaturdayClosedSundayClosed
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Office1810 Lindberg Dr Ste 1700, Slidell, LA 70458
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University Medical Center2000 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112Monday08:30 - 17:00Tuesday08:30 - 17:00Wednesday08:30 - 17:00Thursday08:30 - 17:00Friday08:30 - 17:00Saturday08:30 - 17:00Sunday08:30 - 17:00
Patient Satisfaction
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ALTHOUGH I HAVEN'T HAD MY WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY YET, DR. LEITHEAD IS VERY COMPASSIONATE ABOUT MY OTHER HEALTH ISSUES AS WELL, I WISH THERE WERE MORE DOCTORS WHO TRULY CARE FOR THEIR PATIENTS AS HE DOES. CONTINUE BEING YOU ??
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Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Residency
- Department of Surgery - Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Fellowship
- Jackson South Community Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Leithead III, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Leithead III's profile.
Dr. Leithead III in specializes in Bariatric Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III frequently treats the following conditions: Unexplained Weight Loss. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III's office is located at 7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Covington, LA 70433. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III is able to speak French. View profile to see all.
Dr. Leithead III provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. James Leithead III, MD is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital and University Medical Center New Orleans.
Yes, Dr. James Leithead III, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.
Dr. James Leithead III, MD has a star rating of 4.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital
1700 Lindberg Dr, Slidell, LA
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University Medical Center New Orleans
2000 Canal St, New Orleans, LA