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Dr. Herschel Lessin, MD

Dr. Herschel Lessin, MD

Poughkeepsie, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lessin, Pediatrician in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Herschel Lessin, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Lessin completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals, State, American Academy of Pediatrics., American Academy of Pediatrics, Medical Society of the State of New York, and Dutchess County Medical Society. Dr. Lessin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lessin’s office at (845) 452-1700.

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

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics | Yale-New Haven Hospital

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca

    Is Dr. Lessin board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Herschel Lessin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Lessin speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lessin treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lessin 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. Lessin. 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 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lessin perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Herschel Lessin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lessin accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Lessin's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Lessin's office located?

    Dr. Herschel Lessin's Primary Practice

    301 Manchester Rd Ste 105

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

    (845) 452-1700

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    Dr. Herschel Lessin's Practice 2

    29 Elm St

    Fishkill, NY 12524

    (845) 452-1700

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    Dr. Herschel Lessin's Practice 3

    104 Fulton Ave

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    International Association of HealthCare Professionals

    Member

    State, American Academy of Pediatrics.

    Member

    American Academy of Pediatrics

    Member

    Medical Society of the State of New York

    Member

    Dutchess County Medical Society

    Member

    Awards

    Chairman, Nominating Committee, Section on Administration and Practic

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    1995-2007Vice-Chairman, MVP Select Care Board of Directors

    1994-1998Associate Medical Director, MVP Health Plan

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

    Dr. Lessin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972564805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lessin?

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

    What is Dr. Herschel Lessin's specialty?

    Dr. Lessin is a Pediatrician near Poughkeepsie, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Lessin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Herschel Lessin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lessin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Herschel Lessin accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Herschel Lessin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herschel Lessin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lessin's office at (845) 452-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Herschel Lessin?

    Please contact Dr. Lessin's office at (845) 452-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Herschel Lessin have?

    Dr. Herschel Lessin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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