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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lema, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Mark Lema, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Lema completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lema is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lema’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lema’s office at (716) 845-2300.
Where did Dr. Lema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Lema board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lema, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Lema speak?
Dr. Lema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lema typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lema 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. Lema. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lema typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Lema may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lema's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lema accept my insurance?
Dr. Lema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lema accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Lema in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Risant Health
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Where is Dr. Lema's office located?
What is Dr. Lema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174521512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lema
What is Dr. Mark Lema's specialty?
Dr. Lema is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Buffalo, NY.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Mark Lema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lema is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mark Lema accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mark Lema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Lema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lema's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Lema?
Please contact Dr. Lema's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Lema have?
Dr. Mark Lema is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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