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Dr. Ruth Lesnewski, MD

Dr. Ruth Lesnewski, MD

New York, NY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lesnewski, Family Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ruth Lesnewski, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lesnewski completed her residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family Medicine. Dr. Lesnewski is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lesnewski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lesnewski’s office at (212) 206-5200.

    Where did Dr. Lesnewski go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Lesnewski board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lesnewski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lesnewski speak?

    Dr. Lesnewski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lesnewski treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lesnewski diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lesnewski. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • HIV Screening Test
    • HIV Test
    • AIDS Test
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Insulin Use
    • Diabetes Medicines
    • Chronic insulin therapy
    • Ongoing insulin treatment
    • Insulin for diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin

    Also known as:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Lesnewski perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruth Lesnewski may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lesnewski's office.

    Does Dr. Lesnewski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lesnewski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 206-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lesnewski accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Lesnewski in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lesnewski's office located?

    Dr. Ruth Lesnewski's Primary Practice

    16 E 16th St

    New York, NY 10003

    (212) 206-5200

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    Dr. Ruth Lesnewski's Practice 2

    230 W 17th St

    New York, NY 10011

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    What is Dr. Lesnewski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lesnewski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780686568.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesnewski?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesnewski

    What is Dr. Ruth Lesnewski's specialty?

    Dr. Lesnewski is a Family Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lesnewski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruth Lesnewski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lesnewski is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ruth Lesnewski accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ruth Lesnewski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruth Lesnewski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lesnewski's office at (212) 206-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruth Lesnewski?

    Please contact Dr. Lesnewski's office at (212) 206-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Lesnewski have?

    Dr. Ruth Lesnewski is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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