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Dr. Michelle Lester, MD

Dr. Michelle Lester, MD

Overland Park, KS

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lester, Internist in Overland Park, KS?

    Dr. Michelle Lester, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Overland Park, KS with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Lester graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed her residency at Usaf. Dr. Lester is fluent in English, Yoruba, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lester’s office at (913) 541-3340.

    Where did Dr. Lester go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Usaf | Wilford Hall Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lester speak?

    Dr. Lester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Yoruba

    • Zulu

    What conditions does Dr. Lester treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Lester 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. Lester. 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.

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lester perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Lester may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lester's office.

    Does Dr. Lester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 541-3340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lester accept in Overland Park, KS?

    Dr. Lester in Overland Park, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • C & J Energy Services

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lester's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Lester's Primary Practice

    10601 Quivira Rd Ste 200

    Overland Park, KS 66215

    (913) 541-3340

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    Dr. Michelle Lester's Practice 2

    3011 Baltimore Ave

    Kansas City, MO 64108

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    What is Dr. Lester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699735571.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lester?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lester

    What is Dr. Michelle Lester's specialty?

    Dr. Lester is a Internist near Overland Park, KS.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Lester to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michelle Lester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lester is affiliated with The University of Kansas Hospital, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Olathe Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Saint Luke's South Hospital, Saint Luke's East 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 Michelle Lester accepting new patients in Overland Park, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Lester is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Lester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (913) 541-3340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Lester?

    Please contact Dr. Lester's office at (913) 541-3340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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