21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lester, Internist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Ronald Lester, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Lester is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lester’s office at (469) 431-5656.
Where did Dr. Lester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Lester board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Lester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lester speak?
Dr. Lester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lester treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lester 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. Lester. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Which procedures does Dr. Lester perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Lester may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lester's office.
Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?
Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (469) 431-5656 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lester accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Lester in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lester's office located?
Dr. Ronald Lester's Primary Practice
14860 Montfort Dr Ste 115
Dallas, TX 75254
(469) 431-5656
Dr. Ronald Lester's Practice 2
1400 W Northwest Hwy Ste 200
Grapevine, TX 76051
(877) 663-8522
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ronald Lester?
Dr. Lester has appointments available at his Dallas, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Lester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942229539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lester
What is Dr. Ronald Lester's specialty?
Dr. Lester is a Internist near Dallas, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lester to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ronald Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano 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 Internist?
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Is Ronald Lester accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Lester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Lester offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lester, or call (469) 431-5656 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Lester?
Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (469) 431-5656 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Lester have?
Dr. Ronald Lester is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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