Summary

Dr. Leah Nuss is a pulmonologist who specializes in pediatric lung and breathing conditions. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 11 years. Dr. Nuss speaks English fluently.

Dr. Nuss maintains hospital affiliations with Manning Family Children's and practices across multiple locations in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Mississippi, including Gulfport and Diamondhead. She focuses on treating children with asthma and managing respiratory failure in young patients. Her expertise includes performing newborn pulse oximetry screening to assess oxygen levels in newborns.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Leah Sierra Nuss has 3 locations

Childrens Hospital New Orleans

200 Henry Clay AveNew Orleans, LA 70118

Memorial Physician Clinics Diamondhead Family Practice And Multispecialty Center

45000e Aloha DrDiamondhead, MS 39525
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

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11 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LAMetairie , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leah Sierra Nuss

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leah Sierra Nuss has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leah Sierra Nuss has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Leah Sierra Nuss holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Louisiana and Mississippi.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Nuss' NPI number is 1124414578.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Leah Nuss affiliated with?
Dr. Leah Nuss is affiliated with Manning Family Childrens.
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Where is Dr. Leah Nuss's office located?
Dr. Leah Nuss's office is located at 200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70118.
What languages does Dr. Leah Nuss speak?
Dr. Leah Nuss speaks English.

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