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Dr. Lesley Wilkerson, MD

Kennesaw, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilkerson, Pediatrician in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Lesley Wilkerson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Wilkerson completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Wilkerson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkerson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkerson’s office at (404) 785-8010.

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

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Wilkerson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lesley Wilkerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Wilkerson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wilkerson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wilkerson 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. Wilkerson. 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:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Wilkerson perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wilkerson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wilkerson. 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:

    • Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
    • Phalangeal fracture treatment
    • Broken finger treatment
    • Thumb fracture care

    CPT Codes:

    • 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each

    Does Dr. Wilkerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-8010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkerson accept in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Wilkerson in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wilkerson's office located?

    Dr. Lesley Wilkerson's Primary Practice

    625 Big Shanty Rd NW

    Kennesaw, GA 30144

    (404) 785-8010

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

    Dr. Wilkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821051806.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkerson?

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

    What is Dr. Lesley Wilkerson's specialty?

    Dr. Wilkerson is a Pediatrician near Kennesaw, GA. 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. Wilkerson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lesley Wilkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilkerson is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical 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

    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 Lesley Wilkerson accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Lesley Wilkerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lesley Wilkerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (404) 785-8010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lesley Wilkerson?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (404) 785-8010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lesley Wilkerson have?

    Dr. Lesley Wilkerson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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