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Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD

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Specializes in: Cytopathology

183 E 8th Avenue
Chico, CA 95926

(530) 891-6244

Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD is a cytopathologist in Chico, CA specializing in cytopathology.

Office Locations

183 E 8th Avenue
Chico, CA 95926

(530) 891-6244

(530) 891-0134

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

gynecologic cytology

gynecologic pathology

in situ hybridization

liquid-based cytology

In 2023, Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD had a list price for gynecologic cytology, gynecologic pathology, in situ hybridization, and liquid-based cytology (ThinPrep) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Volume:

lab tests

By Affordability:

cytology

genetic testing

molecular genetic testing

non-gynecologic liquid-based cytology

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD performed more lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of them and he also had a list price for cytology, genetic testing, molecular genetic testing, and non-gynecologic liquid-based cytology that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

immunohistochemistry test

non-gynecologic cytology

special stains

In 2012, Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD had a list price for immunohistochemistry (IHC) test, non-gynecologic cytology, and special stains that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2012 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and gynecologic pathology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	67
cytology	141
gynecologic pathology	32
lab tests	764

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2013 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	30
cytology	83
lab tests	799

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	642
Female	962

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1424
Black	0
Hispanic	111
Asian	28
Other	0
Native American	19

**Age**
From 65 to 74	739
From 75 to 84	423
85 and over	163
Less than 65	279

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2013

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	26
Dementia	8
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2014 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	23
cytology	177
lab tests	696

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	579
Female	731

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1176
Black	0
Hispanic	84
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	601
From 75 to 84	371
85 and over	144
Less than 65	194

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2015 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	20
cytology	129
lab tests	384

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1020
Female	1200

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1928
Black	26
Hispanic	160
Asian	34
Other	38
Native American	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1066
From 75 to 84	612
85 and over	180
Less than 65	362

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2015

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2016 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	46
cytology	149
lab tests	494

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	543
Female	644

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1051
Black	0
Hispanic	78
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	16

**Age**
From 65 to 74	549
From 75 to 84	328
85 and over	120
Less than 65	190

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2016

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	29
Dementia	10
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2017 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	20
cytology	156
lab tests	481

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	589
Female	686

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1151
Black	11
Hispanic	71
Asian	12
Other	13
Native American	17

**Age**
From 65 to 74	580
From 75 to 84	379
85 and over	121
Less than 65	195

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2017

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2018 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	24
cytology	119
lab tests	617

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	561
Female	800

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1173
Black	0
Hispanic	116
Asian	20
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	675
From 75 to 84	374
85 and over	111
Less than 65	201

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2018

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2019 were lab tests, cytology, preventive care and gynecologic pathology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	16
cytology	142
gynecologic pathology	60
lab tests	711
preventive care	60

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	562
Female	1001

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1347
Black	11
Hispanic	137
Asian	29
Other	26
Native American	13

**Age**
From 65 to 74	804
From 75 to 84	392
85 and over	97
Less than 65	270

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2019

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	26
Dementia	6
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2020 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and gynecologic pathology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	33
cytology	103
gynecologic pathology	32
lab tests	926

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	667
Female	884

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1332
Black	18
Hispanic	122
Asian	35
Other	25
Native American	19

**Age**
From 65 to 74	808
From 75 to 84	422
85 and over	112
Less than 65	209

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2020

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2021 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and gynecologic pathology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	44
cytology	105
gynecologic pathology	20
lab tests	888

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	651
Female	917

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1336
Black	0
Hispanic	152
Asian	29
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	777
From 75 to 84	463
85 and over	126
Less than 65	202

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2021

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA during 2022 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and gynecologic pathology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	33
cytology	176
gynecologic pathology	23
lab tests	1043

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	780
Female	1166

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1652
Black	18
Hispanic	177
Asian	49
Other	34
Native American	16

**Age**
From 65 to 74	1046
From 75 to 84	552
85 and over	132
Less than 65	216

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2022

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	28
Dementia	5
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Chico, CA were lab tests, cytology, preventive care and gynecologic pathology.

consultation	32
cytology	134
gynecologic pathology	33
lab tests	709
preventive care	60

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	599
Female	817

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	24
Non-Hispanic White	1233
Native American / Alaskan Native	13
Hispanic	109
Other	17

**Age**
75 to 84	392
85 and over	118
Less than 65	210
65 to 74	695

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	6
Cancer	18

Education & Training

He has a state license in California.

Licensed In: California

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.	$217 $217
Becton, Dickinson and Company	$54 BD Onclarity $26	$28

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$271

Biography

Dr. Lester Wong is a medical specialist in cytopathology. He is a graduate of Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine.

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2019

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD in 2022

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lester K. Wong, MD From 2012 - 2022

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