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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lefer, Family Medicine Specialist in Springfield, VT?
Dr. Theodore Lefer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, VT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lefer graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hospitals Case Medical Center Program. Dr. Lefer is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lefer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lefer’s office at (802) 257-0341.
Where did Dr. Lefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hospitals Case Medical Center Program
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lefer speak?
Dr. Lefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
Polish
What conditions does Dr. Lefer treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lefer 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. Lefer. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Lefer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Theodore Lefer may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lefer's office.
Does Dr. Lefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Lefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 257-0341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lefer accept in Springfield, VT?
Dr. Lefer in Springfield, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lefer's office located?
Dr. Theodore Lefer's Primary Practice
25 Ridgewood Rd
Springfield, VT 05156
(802) 257-0341
What is Dr. Lefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578822748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lefer
What is Dr. Theodore Lefer's specialty?
Dr. Lefer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Springfield, VT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lefer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Theodore Lefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lefer is affiliated with Brattleboro 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Theodore Lefer accepting new patients in Springfield, VT?
Yes, Dr. Theodore Lefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Theodore Lefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lefer's office at (802) 257-0341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Theodore Lefer?
Please contact Dr. Lefer's office at (802) 257-0341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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