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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lecher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Brian Lecher is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sumter, SC. Dr. Lecher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lecher’s office at (803) 905-3278.
What languages does Dr. Lecher speak?
Dr. Lecher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lecher typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lecher 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. Lecher. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lecher typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Lecher 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. Lecher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lecher accept my insurance?
Dr. Lecher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 905-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lecher accept in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Lecher in Sumter, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lecher's office located?
Dr. Brian Lecher's Primary Practice
3440 Declaration Blvd
Sumter, SC 29154
(803) 905-3278
What is Dr. Lecher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lecher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265400246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lecher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lecher
What is Dr. Brian Lecher's specialty?
Dr. Lecher is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sumter, SC.
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. Brian Lecher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lecher is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brian Lecher accepting new patients in Sumter, SC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Lecher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Lecher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lecher's office at (803) 905-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Lecher?
Please contact Dr. Lecher's office at (803) 905-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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