Leck Read, M.D.
Leck Read is a Family Medicine specialist based in Ventura, CA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 37 years in family medicine, Leck Read, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Ventura. A University of South Florida College of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1634dNPPES updated 2021-12-01 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.94%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.94% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.5%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.7 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
16
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
1,071
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,213
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $292k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
University of South Florida College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 30, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of South Florida College of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Leck Read
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leck Read for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Ventura 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 Leck Read
Dr. Read is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ventura, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (888) 515-3500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leck Read
Practice Location
888 S Hill Rd, Ventura, CA 93003-8400
Mailing Address
888 S Hill Rd, Ventura, CA 93003-8400
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