Leon Kushnir, MD
Leon Kushnir is a Surgery specialist based in Newark, DE with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Leon Kushnir, MD has practiced surgery for 22+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from State University of Ny Upstate Medical University in 2004 and has 22+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4701 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 4200, Newark, DE 19713-2075
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better36.96%
Delaware avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+31.9 pts)
36.96% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
181
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
30
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
46
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $446
Percentile rankings compared against 134 reporting peers in Delaware.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$275 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Leon Kushnir's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University
Board certified · Sep 4, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University (Class of 2004)
Mailing address
1905 Country Club Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-3315
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 490007
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leon Kushnir for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Newark 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 Leon Kushnir
Dr. Kushnir is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newark, DE. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (302) 658-7533.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leon Kushnir
Practice Location
4701 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 4200, Newark, DE 19713-2075
Mailing Address
1905 Country Club Dr, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-3315
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