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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lethert, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kristine Lethert, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lethert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lethert’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lethert’s office at (503) 494-8534.
Where did Dr. Lethert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Lethert board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kristine Lethert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lethert speak?
Dr. Lethert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lethert typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lethert 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. Lethert. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lethert typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lethert 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. Lethert. 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:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Lethert accept my insurance?
Dr. Lethert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-8534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lethert accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lethert in San Diego, 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
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lethert's office located?
What is Dr. Lethert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lethert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457577298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lethert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lethert
What is Dr. Kristine Lethert's specialty?
Dr. Lethert is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kristine Lethert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lethert is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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
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Is Kristine Lethert accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristine Lethert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristine Lethert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lethert's office at (503) 494-8534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristine Lethert?
Please contact Dr. Lethert's office at (503) 494-8534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristine Lethert have?
Dr. Kristine Lethert is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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