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Dr. Thomas Lecher, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.6 (405)
Map Pin Small Howard Beach, NY
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Thomas Lecher, MD

Dr. Thomas Lecher, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Howard Beach, NY. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 44 years of experience. They graduated from NEW YORK Medical College and is affiliated with Optum Urgent Care - Glen Oaks. Patients rated Dr. Lecher an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Lecher works at Optum Internal Medicine - Howard Beach in Howard Beach, NY. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Cigna and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Lecher's Office Locations

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    Optum Internal Medicine - Howard Beach
    16450 Crossbay Blvd Fl 2, Howard Beach, NY 11414 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (718) 635-4631

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    • Aetna
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    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.6
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    Based on 405 ratings
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1053408781
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • NEW YORK Medical College
    Medical Education

    Hospital Affiliations

    • Optum Urgent Care - Glen Oaks

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    Dr. Thomas Lecher, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lecher is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Lecher works at Optum Internal Medicine - Howard Beach in Howard Beach, NY. View the full address on Dr. Lecher’s profile.

    405 patients have reviewed Dr. Lecher. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lecher.

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