Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kessler, Internist in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Kate Kessler, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kessler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office at (701) 364-3300.
Where did Dr. Kessler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?
Dr. Kessler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kessler typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kessler diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kessler. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kessler typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kate Kessler may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?
Dr. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 364-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kessler accept in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Kessler in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Medica Group
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
State of North Dakota
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?
What is Dr. Kessler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710152442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kessler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kessler
What is Dr. Kate Kessler's specialty?
Dr. Kessler is a Internist near Fargo, ND.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kate Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo, Sanford Medical Center Fargo which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kate Kessler accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?
Yes, Dr. Kate Kessler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kate Kessler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (701) 364-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kate Kessler?
Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (701) 364-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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