Summary

Dr. Leaza Dierwechter is a surgeon who graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 31 years. She completed her general surgery residency at Maricopa Medical Center and Virginia Mason Medical Center, along with internal medicine training at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Dierwechter is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Dierwechter practices at MultiCare Cedar Surgical Associates in Tacoma, Washington, and is affiliated with Multicare Allenmore Hospital. She specializes in treating conditions such as adhesions, bowel obstructions, and gallbladder stones. Her surgical expertise includes chronic wound care, wound debridement, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

MultiCare Cedar Surgical Associates

3124 South 19th St. Suite 220Tacoma, WA 98405
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leaza Dierwechter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Asuris Northwest Health
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • First Choice Health - HMO
  • Health Plus
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Leaza Dierwechter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Leaza Dierwechter has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Leaza Dierwechter holds an active medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine and Maricopa Medical Center Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Leaza Dierwechter's NPI number is 1598734592.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Leaza Dierwechter speak?
Leaza Dierwechter speaks English.
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