Find contact information here to make an appointment.

Dr. James Leithead III, MD
Telehealth available
About
Dr. James Leithead III, MD is
Education
- Louisiana State University, Undergraduate School — 2006
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine, New Orleans, Medical School
- Department of Surgery - Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Residency Hospital
- Jackson South Community Hospital, Fellowship Hospital
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- UnitedHealthCare
* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
Languages
French
Patient Satisfaction
Leave a review
How likely are you to recommend Dr. Leithead III?
ALTHOUGH I HAVEN'T HAD MY WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY YET, DR. LEITHEAD IS VERY COMPASSIONATE ABOUT MY OTHER HEALTH ISSUES AS WELL, I WISH THERE WERE MORE DOCTORS WHO TRULY CARE FOR THEIR PATIENTS AS HE DOES. CONTINUE BEING YOU ??

Frequently Asked Questions
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Leithead III, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Leithead III's profile.
Dr. Leithead III in specializes in Bariatric Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III frequently treats the following conditions: Obesity. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III's office is located at 7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200 Covington, LA 70433. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Leithead III is able to speak French. View profile to see all.
Dr. Leithead III provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. James Leithead III, MD is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital and University Medical Center New Orleans.
Yes, Dr. James Leithead III, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.
Dr. James Leithead III, MD has a star rating of 4.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
- Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital
- University Medical Center New Orleans
Locations
-
Dr. James 'Buddy' Leithead III, MD
-
1
Surgical Specialists of Louisiana
7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200, Covington, LA 70433 (985) 234-3000 -
2
James 'Buddy' Leithead
1570 Lindberg Dr Ste 8, Slidell, LA 70458 (985) 234-3000 -
3
James 'Buddy' Leithead III
3100 Galleria Dr Ste 300, Metairie, LA 70001 (504) 934-3000
-
1