Ronald Lawrence Leon, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ronald Lawrence Leon, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 45+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in 1981 and has 45+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, depression, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 50% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1925dNPPES updated 2021-01-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3432 Hillcrest Ave Suite 175, Antioch, CA 94531-6301
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
304
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
414
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,765
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.34M
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.
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 Mood Disorders, Depression, and Hypertension.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$18.0k received from industry
158 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Ronald Lawrence Leon's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Board certified · Jan 27, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1981)
Primary hospital affiliation: Long-term
CMS Certification Number: 192008
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ronald Lawrence Leon
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ronald Lawrence Leon for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Antioch 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 Ronald Lawrence Leon
NPI records show Dr. Leon as active with telehealth listed in Antioch, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 778-1444.
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 Ronald Lawrence Leon
Practice Location
3432 Hillcrest Ave Suite 175, Antioch, CA 94531-6301
Mailing Address
3432 Hillcrest Ave Suite 175, Antioch, CA 94531-6301
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