Dr. Leighton A. Brooks

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 27+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Leighton A. Brooks, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Lauderhill, Florida. He attended and graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1997, having over 27 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. Dr. Leighton A. Brooks also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Metropolitan Center For Mental Health. Dr. Leighton A. Brooks accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Leighton A. Brooks at 6750 W Commercial Blvd to request Dr. Leighton A. Brooks the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 6750 W Commercial Blvd
Lauderhill, FL 33319


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Leighton A. Brooks
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7012936073
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Psychiatry (primary specialty)
  • Pediatric Medicine

Experience

  • Over 27 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Leighton A. Brooks attended and graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1997.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1235227190
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Friday, May 24, 2013

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Leighton A. Brooks

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Leighton A. Brooks has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 27 years of experience.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
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    Psychiatry
    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics
    A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
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    Psychiatry
    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.
  • Psychiatry & Neurology / Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
    Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a subspecialty of psychiatry with additional skills and training in the diagnosis and treatment of developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders of childhood and adolescence.


Medical Group Practice

  • Metropolitan Center For Mental Health


Practice Locations

6750 W Commercial Blvd
Lauderhill, FL 33319
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, August 29, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Friday, May 24, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Leighton A. Brooks [NPI: 1235227190]Psychiatry, Pediatric Medicine