32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lesser, Psychiatrist in Minneapolis, MN?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lesser?
Dr. Julie Lesser, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Psychiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lesser empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eating Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Minneapolis, MN community, Dr. Lesser is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lesser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent - University of Minnesota Hospitals, Minneapolis
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, Pediatrics | University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals | Hennepin County Medical Center
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Lesser board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Julie Lesser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Lesser speak?
Dr. Lesser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Lesser typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Lesser 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. Lesser. 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:
- Anorexia Nervosa (Restricting Type)
- Other Eating Disorder
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- Restrictive Anorexia
- Anorexia without Binging
- Self-Starvation
- Unspecified Eating Disorder
- Atypical Eating Disorder
- ARFID
- Selective eating disorder
- Food avoidance disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5001: Anorexia nervosa, restricting type
- F5089: Other specified eating disorder
- F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior Disorder
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F429: Obsessive-compulsive disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Lesser typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Julie Lesser may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Lesser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lesser accept my insurance?
Dr. Lesser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 220-4411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lesser accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Lesser in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
Oscar
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lesser's office located?
Center For Treatment Of Eating Disorders
6490 Excelsior Blvd Ste For
Minneapolis, MN 55426
(844) 220-4411
What hospitals are Dr. Lesser affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lesser has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lesser's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306821624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lesser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lesser
What is Dr. Julie Lesser's specialty?
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.