David Charles Leech, D.O.
Adult Medicine Family Medicine
David Charles Leech is an Adult Medicine Family Medicine specialist based in Albuquerque, NM with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATIVE MEDICINE
Patients across NM can see David Charles Leech, D.O. in person in Albuquerque or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville in 1985 and has 41+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in New Mexico
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4603dNPPES updated 2013-10-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Mexico Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
101 Hospital Loop Ne Suite 114, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2129
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better6.39%
New Mexico avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.3 pts)
6.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.7%
New Mexico avg: 84.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
150
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
209
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,457
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $427k
Percentile rankings compared against 495 reporting peers in New Mexico.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$15 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to David Charles Leech's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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Taxonomy: 207QA0505X
Education & Training
At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville (Class of 1985)
Virtual Adult Medicine Care With David Charles Leech
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with David Charles Leech for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Albuquerque required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Charles Leech
NPI records show Dr. Leech as active with telehealth listed in Albuquerque, NM. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (505) 888-7770.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact David Charles Leech
Practice Location
101 Hospital Loop Ne Suite 114, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2129
Mailing Address
101 Hospital Loop Ne Suite 114, Albuquerque, NM 87109-2129
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