Lesorgen Philip R MD

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About Us Noted for the individualized and in-depth attention he gives his patients, Dr. Philip R. Lesorgen has helped thousands of couples struggling with infertility realize their dream of having children.

An Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Seton Hall University School of Graduate Medical Education, Dr. Lesorgen completed his 2-year fellowship training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is a 1977 graduate of the Boston University School of Medicine combined 6-year MD-BA program, and completed his 4-year residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

Dr. Lesorgen is board certified. He has contributed articles on the subject of infertility to professional medical journals and is involved in several clinical research projects. He is listed in the Castle Connolly Guide to the Best Doctors in New York and has been voted one of the metro areas Top Doctors by New York Magazine and New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

Dr. Lesorgen is also married and has three sons.
What We Do The Women's Fertility Center offers Reproductive and Fertility programs as a sub-specialty of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

A Reproductive Endocrinologist is a specialist who is capable of managing complex problems relating to reproductive hormonal disorders and infertility.

Personalized, in-depth patient care from a compassionate, medical staff.
Expertise in reproductive healthcare and treatment for endometriosis.
State-of-the-art diagnosis and aggressive treatment plans for optimal outcomes.
Comprehensive analysis to diagnose and prevent repeated pregnancy loss.

Dr. Lesorgen is an expert in a full range of reproductive disorders and can assist patients in correcting:

Problems in conceiving and/or carrying to term due to ovarian dysfunction, tubal blockage, cervical factors, recurrent pregnancy loss, uterine malformations, chronic and acute diseases, and male factors.
Endometriosis - Laser and Medical Treatment

In addition to an office practice devoted to the treatment of infertility, Dr. Lesorgen also offers complete state-of-the art fertility treatments previously only available in large university centers. These include:

Depending on your particular situation, several different diagnostic procedures may be necessary before a definitive diagnosis and course of treatment can be determined. For couples experiencing difficulty in conceiving or carrying to term, these procedures are conducted in a logical sequence in order to obtain the necessary information in the fastest and least invasive manner possible.

Every couple may not have to undergo every procedure and previous test results may eliminate the need to repeat those tests during the initial evaluation. The infertility evaluation and various treatment modalities available will be discussed on an individual basis.

Financial Matters Insurance coverage for fertility evaluation and treatment varies from policy to policy. Unlike most other fertility centers, our office staff works tirelessly for our patients to determine the extent of their benefits. We will also secure any necessary preauthorization prior to initiating any treatment. We work with all insurances on an in and out-of-network basis, and our insurance specialist will work one on one with the patient. We will submit claims to the patient's insurance carrier and then await reimbursement from them. Our goal is to maximize your benefits while minimizing your out of pocket expenses. If you have no insurance coverage or partial insurance coverage, we have various discounted programs to assist you.

Words cannot express the kindness and compassion you have for people going through difficult and trying times. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to you and everyone who gave us hope and help in receiving our precious gifts of life.

How can we possibly thank you for the most precious gifts we'll ever receive? We haven't found the words and we're not sure we ever will. But we just wanted to say thank you so very much for making our dreams of having children come true. We're so very grateful for all of your efforts and for the chance you've provided us to have the family we always wanted. You will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Just want to thank you all for your help and support. It really helped me through all the rough spots and the happiest ending of all. You helped make my dreams come true. Babies are truly special gifts and these three are more than wanted and loved.

Philip Lesorgen, M.D. has instituted this policy as part of its Compliance Program to reflect its commitment to comply with applicable federal laws, including but not limited to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), state and local laws and sound ethical business practices. It is Philip Lesorgen, M.D.s policy to provide individuals with a Notice of Privacy Practices prior to an individuals first date of service and to make a good faith effort to obtain written acknowledgment that the Notice was received by the individual.

Process. Staff must provide all individuals with a Notice of Privacy Practices and make a good faith effort to obtain written acknowledgement that the Notice was received (See Attachment A). All individuals must receive the Notice after April 14, 2003, the effective date of the Final Privacy Rule.

Individuals Who Receive the Notice. All individuals who request treatment from the practice must receive the Notice as well as those individuals who request a copy of the Notice from the practice.

New patients must receive the Notice prior to their first date of service. The practice may provide the Notice to the individual in the office prior to his/her visit and is not required to send the Notice via mail or facsimile prior to the visit.

Existing patients must receive the Notice upon their first office visit after the April 14, 2003 compliance deadline.

The Privacy Officer will be responsible for ensuring that an updated version of the Notice is always present on the practice website.

Written Acknowledgment. Staff will take the following steps to obtain written acknowledgement of receipt of the Notice (See cover page of Attachment A):

Ask the patient to initial the cover page of the Notice and return it to the practice (Attachment A); Or

Ask the patient to initial a separate acknowledgement list (See Attachment B).

Staff is not required to obtain written acknowledgement of the Notice in emergency situations.

Acknowledgment Not Obtained. Staff is not required to obtain a signature from an individual. Patient treatment will not be affected in any manner if an individual fails to provide written acknowledgement of receipt of the Notice. An individual may refuse or fail to provide their signature documenting they received the Notice. If a signature indicating receipt of the Notice cannot be obtained, staff must:

Document that a good faith effort to obtain such acknowledgement was made;

The efforts taken to obtain the written acknowledgement of receipt of the Notice; and

Review of Notice. The Privacy Committee will meet on a quarterly basis to discuss practice adherence to the Notice and to identify any necessary updates or changes to the Notice.

Changes to the Notice. The practice is required to abide by the terms of the Notice, which is currently in effect. The practice reserves the right to change the terms of the notice and to make the new Notice provisions effective for all personal health information the practice already has about an individual and may obtain in the future.

The practice must post any changes to the Notice thirty (30) days prior to making the change effective.

All revised notices will be promptly posted and made available to individuals in the practice waiting room. The Notice will be posted in the practice waiting room and will also be available on the practice website http://www.njfertility.com/.

Changes to the Notice will only be effective on the date that is reflected at the bottom of the last page on the revised Notice.

Business Associates who handle PHI for or on behalf of the practice must be provided with an updated Notice within seven business days of the effective date of the updated Notice.

Notice Requests. Individuals may request a current Notice when he/she visits the office. A current Notice must be kept at the reception desk and provided to individuals upon request.

Practice Contact. If an individual would like more information about the Notice, Privacy Officer Janet Riso will receive and process all requests at 201-569-6979.

Compliance. Employees have a duty to comply with the policies and procedures set forth by the practice. Any employees found to violate the practices policies and procedures are subject to disciplinary action or corrective measures, including but not limited to, education and awareness training, reassignment, additional supervision, disciplinary actions such as warnings, suspension or termination of employment.

I, _________________________________, acknowledge that I have received the Notice of Privacy Practices.

Our practice is required by law to follow the practices described in this summary. This is a summary of our Privacy Practices, but does not replace the full version, which you have also received. This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. This notice applies to personal health information that we have about you, and which are kept in or by our medical practice. Neither this summary nor the full Notice of Privacy Practices covers every possible use or disclosure. If you have any questions, please contact the Privacy Officer for this medical practice.
Who has access to your personal information?

Submit bills to your insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or third party payer.

Obtain approval in advance from your insurance company to determine whether payment for the treatment is covered by your plan or to facilitate payment of a referring physician.

Perform healthcare operations such as sharing your information with business associates who need to use or disclose your information to provide a service for our medical practice (such as our billing company).

Exchange information with other State agencies as required by law.

Treat you when there is something that prevents us from communicating with you.

When there is a serious public health or safety threat to you or others.

As required by State, Federal, or local law. This includes investigations, audits, inspections, and licensure.

To law enforcement if you are a victim of a crime, involved in a crime at our facility, or you have threatened to commit a crime.

To coroners, medical examiners, and funeral homes when necessary for them to do their jobs.

To Federal officials involved in security activities authorized by law.

To ask that we communicate with you about medical matters in a certain way or at a certain location. This must be made in writing.

To appeal if we decide not to let you see all or some parts of your record.

To ask for the record to be changed if you believe you see a mistake or something that is not complete. You must make this request in writing.

the information is not part of the file that we would let you see; or we believe the record is accurate and complete.

To limit how we use or disclose information about you. For example not to release information to your spouse or a particular provider agency. This must be made in writing, and we are not required to agree to the request.
To know to whom we have sent information about you for up to the last six years. The first request in a 12 month period is free. We may charge you for additional requests.
To have a paper copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices.
To file a complaint if you believe any of your rights have been violated. All complaints must be in writing. You will not be penalized if you file a complaint.
To tell us (authorize) other releases of your personal information not described above. You may change your mind and remove the authorization at any time (in writing).
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, or to file a complaint, you should contact the Privacy Officer of this medical practice.