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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lester, Family Medicine Specialist in Helena, MT?
Dr. Andrew Lester, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Helena, MT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lester’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lester’s office at (406) 389-2520.
What languages does Dr. Lester speak?
Dr. Lester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lester typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Cystitis
- Bladder Infection
- Painful Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lester typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Lester may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Lester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?
Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 389-2520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lester accept in Helena, MT?
Dr. Lester in Helena, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lester's office located?
Dr. Andrew Lester's Primary Practice
1645 Vandelay Ave Ste 301
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 389-2520
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 1518455781.
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. Andrew Lester's specialty?
Dr. Lester is a Family Medicine Specialist near Helena, MT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Andrew Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus, St. Peter's Health Regional 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Andrew Lester accepting new patients in Helena, MT?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Lester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Lester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (406) 389-2520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Lester?
Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (406) 389-2520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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