Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lercher, Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Kirk Lercher, MD is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is a member of the ABPMR AAPMR AAP NABIS. Dr. Lercher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lercher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lercher’s office at (212) 241-6321.
Where did Dr. Lercher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Brain Trauma, Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh
Is Dr. Lercher board certified in Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Lercher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2013
What languages does Dr. Lercher speak?
Dr. Lercher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lercher treat?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, Dr. Lercher 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. Lercher. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
- I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
- I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury without Loss of Consciousness
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Mild Head Injury
- Brain Trauma without Fainting
- Concussion (No LOC)
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S069X0D: Unspecified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
- S069X0A: Unspecified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X0D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Which procedures does Dr. Lercher perform as a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?
As a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists, procedures performed by a Dr. Kirk Lercher may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lercher's office.
Does Dr. Lercher accept my insurance?
Dr. Lercher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-6321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lercher accept in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Lercher in West Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lercher's office located?
Dr. Kirk Lercher's Primary Practice
1199 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ 07052
(212) 241-6321
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
ABPMR AAPMR AAP NABIS
Member
What is Dr. Lercher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lercher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346401726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lercher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lercher
What is Dr. Kirk Lercher's specialty?
Dr. Lercher is a Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists near West Orange, NJ. A physiatrist specializing in Brain Injury Medicine focuses on preventing brain injuries and providing evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injuries. This specialist addresses various injury-related disorders that impact psychosocial, educational, and vocational functioning, as well as injuries to the central nervous system. Contact Dr. Lercher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirk Lercher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lercher is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Brain Injury Specialist - Physiatrists?
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Is Kirk Lercher accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Lercher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Lercher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lercher's office at (212) 241-6321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Lercher?
Please contact Dr. Lercher's office at (212) 241-6321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Lercher have?
Dr. Kirk Lercher is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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