Overview
Melissa Lechner is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California.
Dr. Lechner is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED), Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroidectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 54 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lechner is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 550, Santa Monica, CA 90404
100 Medical Plz Ste 310, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Lechner has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa G. Lechner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa G. Lechner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa G. Lechner by calling their office at 310-825-7922. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa G. Lechner a top-rated expert for Hypothyroidism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa G. Lechner is classified as an Advanced expert for Hypothyroidism, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Melissa G. Lechner specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa G. Lechner is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, and Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Melissa G. Lechner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa G. Lechner has published 54 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypothyroidism. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa G. Lechner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa G. Lechner accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa G. Lechner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-825-7922 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED)
- Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2
- HypothyroidismDr. Lechner isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Lechner isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Experienced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Diabetic KetoacidosisDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Familial Glucocorticoid DeficiencyDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Glucocorticoid ResistanceDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid Resistance.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypoaldosteronismDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Hypoaldosteronism.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- Secondary Adrenal InsufficiencyDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
- Silent ThyroiditisDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Silent Thyroiditis.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Thyroid StormDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- ThyroidectomyDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Thyroidectomy.
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Lechner isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).