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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lesko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Dr. Joshua Lesko is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Roanoke Rapids, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lesko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lesko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lesko’s office at (252) 535-8240.
What languages does Dr. Lesko speak?
Dr. Lesko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lesko typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lesko 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. Lesko. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lesko typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Lesko may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lesko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lesko accept my insurance?
Dr. Lesko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 535-8240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lesko accept in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Dr. Lesko in Roanoke Rapids, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lesko's office located?
Dr. Joshua Lesko's Primary Practice
250 Smith Church Rd
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 535-8240
What is Dr. Lesko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lesko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235520685.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesko
What is Dr. Joshua Lesko's specialty?
Dr. Lesko is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Roanoke Rapids, NC.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joshua Lesko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lesko is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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
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Is Joshua Lesko accepting new patients in Roanoke Rapids, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Lesko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Lesko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lesko's office at (252) 535-8240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Lesko?
Please contact Dr. Lesko's office at (252) 535-8240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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