Summary

Lester Blair has practiced internal medicine, critical care medicine, and pulmonology for 52 years and is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital. They treat pulmonary embolism, anxiety, and anxiety disorders, and perform pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing.

Blair trained at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed a residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital. They see patients in New York, NY. Patients on Vitals rate Lester Blair 4.56 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 52 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • 33 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Lester W. Blair has 4 locations

Pulmonary - Upper East Side

425 E 61st StNew York, NY 10065

Pulmonary - Upper East Side

425 E. 61st Street 4th Floor, Suite 402New York, NY 10065

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Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester W. Blair

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Amida Care
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lester W. Blair has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lester W. Blair has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonology
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Tuberculosis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Blair's NPI number is 1134183437.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lester Blair?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lester Blair here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Lester Blair accepting new patients?
Dr. Lester Blair has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Lester Blair accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lester Blair accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lester Blair affiliated with?
Dr. Lester Blair is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.
Does Dr. Lester Blair accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lester Blair has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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