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Dr. Edgar Lerias, MD

Dr. Edgar Lerias, MD

Pediatrician

Deer Park, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lerias, Pediatrician in Deer Park, NY?

    Dr. Edgar Lerias, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Deer Park, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lerias graduated from Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College and completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics. He is a member of the normida,appny,philippine mediacal association in america. Dr. Lerias is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lerias’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lerias’s office at (631) 586-4766.

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

    • Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Long Island Jewish Med Center | Nassau University Medical Center | Nassau University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Southwest School of Medicine & Hospital | Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College

    Is Dr. Lerias board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Lerias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Lerias speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lerias typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lerias 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. Lerias. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
    • Other biohazard exposure cleared
    • No other biological agent exposure found
    • Other bioweapon exposure ruled out

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lerias typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Edgar Lerias may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lerias accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lerias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 586-4766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lerias accept in Deer Park, NY?

    Dr. Lerias in Deer Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Lerias' office located?

    Dr. Edgar Lerias' Primary Practice

    2017 Deer Park Ave

    Deer Park, NY 11729

    (631) 586-4766

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of normida,appny,philippine mediacal association in america

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

    Dr. Lerias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033284211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lerias?

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

    What is Dr. Edgar Lerias's specialty?

    Dr. Lerias is a Pediatrician near Deer Park, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Edgar Lerias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lerias is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Edgar Lerias accepting new patients in Deer Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Lerias is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edgar Lerias offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lerias' office at (631) 586-4766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Lerias?

    Please contact Dr. Lerias' office at (631) 586-4766 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lerias' office located?

    Dr. Lerias' office is located in Deer Park, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Lerias have?

    Dr. Edgar Lerias is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.