Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lekan, Hospitalist in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Aleksander Lekan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lekan completed his residency at Atlantic City Med Center. Dr. Lekan is fluent in English, Polish, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lekan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lekan’s office.
Where did Dr. Lekan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlantic City Med Center
Medical School: Med University Of Lublin
Is Dr. Lekan board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Aleksander Lekan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lekan speak?
Dr. Lekan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Ukrainian
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lekan typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lekan 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. Lekan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lekan typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Aleksander Lekan may include:
Please contact Dr. Lekan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lekan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lekan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lekan accept in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Lekan in East Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lekan's office located?
What is Dr. Lekan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lekan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225055262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lekan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lekan
What is Dr. Aleksander Lekan's specialty?
Dr. Lekan is a Hospitalist near East Orange, NJ.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Aleksander Lekan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lekan is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Clara Maass Medical Center, Englewood 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aleksander Lekan accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Aleksander Lekan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleksander Lekan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lekan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleksander Lekan?
Please contact Dr. Lekan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aleksander Lekan have?
Dr. Aleksander Lekan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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