Dr. Lester Yen, M.D.
Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
21+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Lester Yen
Lester Yen, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in West Des Moines, IA.
Specialty Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
41
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Plastic And Reconstructive SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine
Class of 1985
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | MD-28656 | Plastic Surgery | — |
| Iowa | MD-28656 | Plastic Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Lester Yen
With 21 years of practice, Dr. Lester Yen is an established plastic and reconstructive surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine in 1985. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Mercy Clinics Inc in West Des Moines, Iowa. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568458396, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Lester Yen as a lower-volume plastic and reconstructive surgery provider, treating approximately 101 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 225 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Lester Yen received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Lester Yen
What does Dr. Lester Yen specialize in?
Dr. Lester Yen specializes in Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Plastic Surgery.
Where does Dr. Lester Yen practice?
Dr. Lester Yen practices at Mercy Clinics Inc in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Lester Yen accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Lester Yen accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 101 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Lester Yen's NPI number?
Dr. Lester Yen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568458396. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Lester Yen been practicing?
Dr. Lester Yen has approximately 21 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine in 1985.