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Dr. James Lesher, MD

Surgeon

Castro Valley, CA

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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Lesher typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lesher typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. James Lesher may include:

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

    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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. James Lesher's Practice 2

    2250 Hayes St Ste 302

    San Francisco, CA 94117

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    What is Dr. Lesher's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Lesher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lesher is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Solano 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. 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 Dr. James Lesher?

    Please contact Dr. Lesher's office at (415) 750-5995 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lesher's office located?

    Dr. Lesher's offices are located in Castro Valley, CA and San Francisco, CA.