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Dr. Lester Young, MD

Yakima, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Young, Surgeon in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Lester Young, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Yakima, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Young completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery. Dr. Young is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office at (706) 721-1459.

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

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Young speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Young treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags

    Which procedures does Dr. Young perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lester Young may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Young's office.

    Does Dr. Young accept my insurance?

    Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 721-1459 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Yakima, WA?

    Dr. Young in Yakima, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)

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    Where is Dr. Young's office located?

    Dr. Lester Young's Primary Practice

    3003 Tieton Dr Ste 300

    Yakima, WA 98902

    (706) 721-1459

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    Trauma Surgery Office Rm Ba 4411

    1120 15th St

    Augusta, GA 30912

    (706) 721-3153

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    Dr. Lester Young's Practice 3

    4300 University Pkwy

    Evans, GA 30809

    (706) 854-3000

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

    Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518118678.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?

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

    What is Dr. Lester Young's specialty?

    Dr. Young is a Surgeon near Yakima, WA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Young to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Multicare Yakima 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

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    Is Lester Young accepting new patients in Yakima, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Lester Young offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Young's office at (706) 721-1459 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lester Young?

    Please contact Dr. Young's office at (706) 721-1459 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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