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Dr. Felicia Lester, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lester, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Felicia Lester, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. 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.

    Where did Dr. Lester go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Lester board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

      Yes, Dr. Felicia Lester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

      What languages does Dr. Lester speak?

      Dr. Lester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English

      What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Lester typically treat?

      As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:

      • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
      • Women's Health Checkup
      • Women's checkup, all clear
      • Pelvic exam, normal results
      • OB/GYN visit, no issues

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
      • Vaginal Bleeding
      • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
      • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
      • AUB
      • Irregular Genital Bleeding

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Uterine Polyp
      • Uterine Disease
      • Endometrial Polyp
      • Womb Polyp

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

      Also known as:

      • Cervical Cancer Screening
      • HPV and Pap Test Results
      • Pap Test
      • HPV Test
      • Cervical Smear
      • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

      Also known as:

      • IUD Insertion
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device placement
      • Getting an IUD
      • IUD procedure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device

      Also known as:

      • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
      • Pelvic Pain
      • Perineum pain
      • Pelvic floor pain
      • Pain in groin area

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

      Also known as:

      • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
      • Pregnancy Test
      • No pregnancy detected
      • Negative HCG test
      • Not pregnant result

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

      Also known as:

      • Irregular Periods
      • Menstruation
      • Oligomenorrhea
      • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Other Vaginal Disorder
      • Vaginal Disease
      • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
      • Specific Vaginal Problems

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

      Also known as:

      • Endometriosis
      • Endometrial implants
      • Endometrial tissue outside uterus
      • Retrograde menstruation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N809: Endometriosis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Postmenopausal Bleeding
      • Menopause
      • Vaginal Bleeding
      • Bleeding After Menopause
      • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

      What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Lester typically perform?

      As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Lester performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

      • IUD Insertion
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device placement
      • IUD placement
      • Birth control implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
      • Biopsy
      • Hysteroscopy
      • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
      • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
      • D&C with Hysteroscopy

      CPT Codes:

      • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

      Also known as:

      • IUD Removal
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device removal
      • Take out IUD
      • Remove birth control device
      • IUD explant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • Uterine Lining Biopsy
      • Biopsy
      • Endometrial Biopsy
      • Uterine Biopsy
      • Cervical Biopsy
      • Endocervical Sampling

      CPT Codes:

      • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Hysteroscopy with Fibroid Removal
      • Hysteroscopy
      • Uterine Fibroid Removal
      • Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
      • Uterine Polyp Removal

      CPT Codes:

      • 58561: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with removal of leiomyomata

      Also known as:

      • Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
      • PTNS
      • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
      • Tibial Neuromodulation
      • Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation

      CPT Codes:

      • 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming

      Also known as:

      • Trigger Point Injection
      • Muscle Pain Injection
      • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
      • Trigger Point Release Injection

      CPT Codes:

      • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

      Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?

      Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Lester accept in San Francisco, CA?

      Dr. Lester in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Centene Corporation

      • Chinese Community Health Plan

      • Conifer Health Solutions

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Health Plan of San Joaquin

      • Hill Physicians Medical Group

      • Imperial Health Holdings

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Lester's office located?

      Dr. Felicia Lester's Primary Practice

      1600 Divisadero St

      San Francisco, CA 94143

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      Dr. Felicia Lester's Practice 2

      3100 San Pablo Ave

      Berkeley, CA 94702

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      Dr. Felicia Lester's Practice 3

      521 Parnassus Ave

      San Francisco, CA 94143

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      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 1093838385.

      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. Felicia Lester's specialty?

      Dr. Lester is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Francisco, CA.

      What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?

      An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.

      Is this Dr. Felicia Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Ahmc Seton Medical Center, Marinhealth 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 an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN). 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 Felicia Lester accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Felicia Lester is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Felicia Lester offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Lester's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Felicia Lester?

      Please contact Dr. Lester's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Felicia Lester have?

      Dr. Felicia Lester is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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