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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lesky, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Linda Lesky, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Lesky graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Lesky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lesky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lesky’s office at (202) 715-4919.
Where did Dr. Lesky go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lesky speak?
Dr. Lesky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lesky typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lesky 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. Lesky. 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lesky typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Lesky 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
Please contact Dr. Lesky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lesky accept my insurance?
Dr. Lesky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lesky accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Lesky in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lesky's office located?
What is Dr. Lesky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lesky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801017421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesky?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesky
What is Dr. Linda Lesky's specialty?
Dr. Lesky is a Internist near Washington, DC.
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. Linda Lesky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lesky is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Luminis Health Doctors Community 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
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Is Linda Lesky accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Linda Lesky is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Lesky offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lesky's office at (202) 715-4919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Lesky?
Please contact Dr. Lesky's office at (202) 715-4919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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