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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lem, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Richard Lem, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lem completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Lem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lem’s office at (212) 434-2878.
Where did Dr. Lem go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Lem board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Lem speak?
Dr. Lem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lem typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lem 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. Lem. 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 Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Varicocele
- Testicular Disorder
- Varicose Veins
- Scrotal Varicose Veins
- Pampiniform Plexus Varices
- Testicular Varices
ICD-10 Codes:
- I861: Scrotal varices
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lem typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lem may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Lem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lem accept my insurance?
Dr. Lem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-2878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lem accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lem in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Lem's office located?
What is Dr. Lem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982600839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lem
What is Dr. Richard Lem's specialty?
Dr. Lem is a Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Richard Lem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lem is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Richard Lem accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lem's office at (212) 434-2878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lem?
Please contact Dr. Lem's office at (212) 434-2878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lem have?
Dr. Richard Lem is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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