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Dr. William Lester, MD

Physiatrist

London, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lester, Physiatrist in London, KY?

    Dr. William Lester, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in London, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lester completed his residency at Carolinas Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Lester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lester’s office at (606) 878-1219.

    Where did Dr. Lester go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Carolinas Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va

    Is Dr. Lester board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. William Lester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Lester speak?

    Dr. Lester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lester typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Lester 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. Lester. 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:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Sciatica (Left Side)
    • Sciatica
    • Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Left Leg Nerve Pain
    • Left Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5432: Sciatica, left side

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Lester typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. William Lester may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 878-1219 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lester accept in London, KY?

    Dr. Lester in London, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Lester's office located?

    Dr. William Lester's Primary Practice

    195 Commercial Dr Ste 98

    London, KY 40744

    (606) 878-1219

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    Dr. William Lester's Practice 2

    202 Kidd Dr Ste 3

    Berea, KY 40403

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    Dr. William Lester's Practice 3

    181 Old Whitley Rd

    London, KY 40744

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    What is Dr. Lester's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356410732.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lester?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lester

    What is Dr. William Lester's specialty?

    Dr. Lester is a Physiatrist near London, KY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. William Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Richmond, Pikeville 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. William Lester accepting new patients in London, KY?

    Yes, Dr. William Lester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Lester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (606) 878-1219 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Lester?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (606) 878-1219 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lester's office located?

    Dr. Lester's offices are located in London, KY and Berea, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Lester have?

    Dr. William Lester is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.