28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lessaris, Internist in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Thomas Lessaris, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Huntersville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Lessaris graduated from SOUTHERN IL UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Southern Ill U. Dr. Lessaris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lessaris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lessaris’s office at (704) 316-5635.
Where did Dr. Lessaris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Southern Ill U
Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | SOUTHERN IL UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Lessaris board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Lessaris, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Pediatrics since 2002
What languages does Dr. Lessaris speak?
Dr. Lessaris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lessaris typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lessaris 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. Lessaris. 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:
- 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lessaris typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Lessaris 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. Lessaris' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lessaris accept my insurance?
Dr. Lessaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 316-5635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lessaris accept in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Lessaris in Huntersville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lessaris' office located?
Dr. Thomas Lessaris' Primary Practice
9615 Kincey Ave Ste 100
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 316-5635
What is Dr. Lessaris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lessaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275580706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lessaris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lessaris
What is Dr. Thomas Lessaris's specialty?
Dr. Lessaris is a Internist near Huntersville, NC.
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. Thomas Lessaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lessaris is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital 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 Thomas Lessaris accepting new patients in Huntersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Lessaris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Lessaris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lessaris's office at (704) 316-5635 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Lessaris?
Please contact Dr. Lessaris's office at (704) 316-5635 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Lessaris have?
Dr. Thomas Lessaris is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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