Summary

Dr. Leon Kavaler is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical Center and holds certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kavaler speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice in digestive health care.

Dr. Kavaler practices at New York Gastroenterology Associates in New York, NY. He focuses on comprehensive digestive care, including advanced diagnostic procedures like colonoscopy and lower GI endoscopy to examine the colon and rectum. His practice also includes specialized testing such as BRAVO wireless pH studies to measure acid levels in the esophagus and anorectal manometry to evaluate muscle function. Patients rate him highly for his care, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • SUNY Upstate Medical Center (Degree)
  • 50 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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4.8 
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
New York , NYBROOKLYN , NYNEW YORK , NYNew York , NY
Med School: SUNY Upstate Medical Center (Degree) Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leon Kavaler

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareConnect
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MVP Health Care
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Leon Kavaler has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Leon Kavaler has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

Leon Kavaler holds an active medical license in the state of New York. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical Center (Degree).

NPI Number

Leon Kavaler's NPI number is 1720015837.

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Leon Kavaler speaks English.
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