Richard J Leone, MD, PHD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

Richard J Leone is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Mount Vernon, WA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(360) 428-2586Mount Vernon, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Richard J Leone, MD, PHD practices as part of a group thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist practice in Mount Vernon, WA. A Rutgers, Robert Woood Johnson Medical School graduate since 1994, he brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.

1 of 29 Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) providers in WASee all Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Mount Vernon32+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 213dNPPES updated 2025-10-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1400 E Kincaid St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274-4127

Fax: (360) 428-6470
Patient Condition Panel

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 Cancer.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Cancer
47%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

Arthritis
46%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

COPD
39%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

Diabetes
38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Ischemic Heart Disease
38%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Atrial Fibrillation
31%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1994

    Rutgers, Robert Woood Johnson Medical School

  2. Board certified · Oct 22, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Taxonomy: 208G00000X

Education & Training

Rutgers, Robert Woood Johnson Medical School (Class of 1994)

Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Richard J Leone

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Richard J Leone for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Mount Vernon required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard J Leone

NPI records show Dr. Leone as active with telehealth listed in Mount Vernon, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 428-2586.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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