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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lesher, Surgeon in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. James Lesher, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lesher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lesher’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lesher’s office at (415) 750-5995.
What languages does Dr. Lesher speak?
Dr. Lesher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lesher treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lesher 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. Lesher. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lesher perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. James Lesher may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lesher's office.
Does Dr. Lesher accept my insurance?
Dr. Lesher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 750-5995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lesher accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Lesher in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lesher's office located?
Dr. James Lesher's Primary Practice
20103 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(415) 750-5995
What is Dr. Lesher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lesher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689963118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesher
What is Dr. James Lesher's specialty?
Dr. Lesher is a Surgeon near Castro Valley, CA. 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. Lesher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lesher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lesher is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Sutter Solano Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco 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
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Is James Lesher accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Lesher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lesher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lesher's office at (415) 750-5995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lesher?
Please contact Dr. Lesher's office at (415) 750-5995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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