Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Katz, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Katz?
Dr. Lester Katz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Katz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Esophageal Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hernia, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Katz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Katz board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lester Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Katz typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
- Tenderness in Lower Right Abdomen
- Abdominal Pain
- Right lower quadrant tenderness
- Painful lower right belly
- Sensitive lower right abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- R10813: Right lower quadrant abdominal tenderness
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Katz typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Katz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Katz. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 879-6677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Katz in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Katz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Katz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356426720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz