DL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lekakis, Pediatrician in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Despina Lekakis, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Lekakis graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Lekakis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lekakis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lekakis’s office at (413) 420-2200.
Where did Dr. Lekakis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of New England / Main Campus | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Lekakis board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Despina Lekakis, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Lekakis speak?
Dr. Lekakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lekakis typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lekakis 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. Lekakis. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Birth Control
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Abnormal Hearing Test
- Ear Exam with Issues
- Hearing Problem Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01118: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lekakis typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Despina Lekakis may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Lekakis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lekakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lekakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 420-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lekakis accept in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Lekakis in Holyoke, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Lekakis' office located?
What is Dr. Lekakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lekakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235342080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lekakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lekakis
What is Dr. Despina Lekakis's specialty?
Dr. Lekakis is a Pediatrician near Holyoke, MA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Despina Lekakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lekakis is affiliated with Holyoke Medical Center, Boston 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Despina Lekakis accepting new patients in Holyoke, MA?
Yes, Dr. Despina Lekakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Despina Lekakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lekakis's office at (413) 420-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Despina Lekakis?
Please contact Dr. Lekakis's office at (413) 420-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Despina Lekakis have?
Dr. Despina Lekakis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Pediatrician Near Holyoke, MA
JM
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Johanna Mailloux, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Holyoke, MA
VB
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Vincent Biggs, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA.
Holyoke, MA
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Cristina Culcea, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Holyoke, MA