Dr. Lester C. Joern
- Gender: Male
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1154404879
Dr. Lester C. Joern JR. D.D.S.
Dentist
He is located at 6451 Chippewa Street in Saint Louis, MO 63109. Can help patients with the following: Dental Implants, Laser, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis, Teeth Whitening, Veneers. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154404879. Appointment can be made via the phone number (314) 752-7468. He is affiliated with 2 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Lester C. Joern, being an dentist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Lester C. Joern.
- Bleeding Gums
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns and Caps
- Dental Emergency
- Dental Exam and Cleaning
- Dental Implants
- Dental Malocclusion
- Dentin Hypersensitivity
- Dentures
- Gum Disease / Gingivitis
- Invisalign
- Laser
- Oral Cancer Examination
- Pericoronitis
- Teeth Grinding
- Teeth Whitening
- Veneers
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Lester C. Joern as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Network data as of Mar 26, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 10150 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 6900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Bronze Pathway 7500 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Catastrophic Pathway (+ Incentives) | EPO · Catastrophic | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Gold Pathway 2000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Gold | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Heart Healthy Bronze Pathway 4900 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Heart Healthy Silver Pathway 3100 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 5350 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 6000 Standard ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Silver Pathway 7200 ($0 Virtual PCP + $0 Select Drugs + Incentives) | EPO · Silver | Participating | Accepting new patients |
Dental plans
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Network data as of Mar 26, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Dental Family | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Enhanced | PPO · High | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Preventive | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
| Anthem Dental Family Value | PPO · Low | Participating | Accepting new patients |
BEST Life
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan | PPO · Low | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| BEST Life Superior Dental Plan | PPO · High | In Network | Accepting new patients |
Humana
Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - High | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Renaissance Dental
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Preferred Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plus Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Missouri Wellness Essentials Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan | PPO · High | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan | PPO · Low | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Lester C. Joern is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Lester C. Joern is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Order And Referring Only - Dentist (also registered under: Practitioner - Dentist) .
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Sep 29, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received from industry
- $387.23 in general payments (consulting fees, meals, travel, gifts, etc.) across 18 payments
Meals, travel & gifts
| Category | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Food and beverage | $314.11 | 15 |
| Gifts | $37.49 | 2 |
| Entertainment | $35.63 | 1 |
Companies that paid this doctor
| Company | Amount | Payments |
|---|---|---|
| Align Technology, Inc. | $87.77 | 5 |
| OraPharma, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | $83.85 | 5 |
| DENTSPLY IH Inc. | $58.46 | 1 |
| Solventum Corporation | $52.72 | 1 |
| National Dentex LLC | $37.49 | 2 |
| Coltene Whaledent Inc. | $35.63 | 1 |
| Dentsply Sirona Inc | $12.13 | 1 |
| VOCO America Inc. | $9.77 | 1 |
| BIOLASE, INC. | $9.41 | 1 |
Based on CMS Open Payments data collected as of Sep 10, 2026. This reflects only payments CMS classifies as reportable and published under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act - it is not a complete picture of every financial relationship, and it is not a comment on the quality of care Dr. Lester C. Joern provides.
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Lester C. Joern?
Dr. Lester C. Joern's office is located at 6451 Chippewa Street in Saint Louis, MO 63109.
Does Dr. Lester C. Joern accept insurance?
Dr. Lester C. Joern is listed in-network for 29 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, BEST Life, Humana, Renaissance Dental, TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Lester C. Joern have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Lester C. Joern is affiliated with Tyler M Aholt DDS. For the full list of practices see this list.
What conditions does Dr. Lester C. Joern treat?
Dr. Lester C. Joern provides treatment for Dental Implants, Laser, Oral Cancer Examination, Pericoronitis, Teeth Whitening, Veneers. For the full list see this list.