Summary

Dr. Lester Padilla treats chest wall pain, cardiac arrhythmia, and heart valve disease, and performs electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms. He practices cardiology and internal medicine and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Padilla is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Rancho Mirage, California. He attended Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. He speaks Spanish and Tagalog. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Padilla 4.62 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Uc Irvine Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Eisenhower Desert Cardiology Center

39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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37 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
Rancho Mirage , CARancho Mirage , CAWinter Park , FLCorona , CA
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester Dean Padilla

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lester Dean Padilla has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lester Dean Padilla has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Lester Dean Padilla holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uc Irvine Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Padilla's NPI number is 1508826363.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Lester Padilla affiliated with?
Dr. Lester Padilla is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Lester Padilla accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lester Padilla accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Lester Padilla accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lester Padilla has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Lester Padilla's office located?
Dr. Lester Padilla's office is located at 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lester Padilla?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lester Padilla here on Vitals.

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