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Dr. Brent Brunsting, MD

Clear Lake, IA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Brunsting, Family Medicine Specialist in Clear Lake, IA?

    Dr. Brent Brunsting, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clear Lake, IA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Brunsting graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Mercy Med Ctr -North Ia, Family Medicine. Dr. Brunsting is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brunsting’s office at (641) 357-2191.

    Where did Dr. Brunsting go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mercy Med Ctr -North Ia, Family Medicine | Mercy Med Center North Ia | LECOMT/Mercy Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Brunsting board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Brunsting, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brunsting speak?

    Dr. Brunsting and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brunsting typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brunsting 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. Brunsting. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brunsting typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brent Brunsting may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brunsting's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brunsting accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brunsting accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 357-2191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brunsting accept in Clear Lake, IA?

    Dr. Brunsting in Clear Lake, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brunsting's office located?

    Dr. Brent Brunsting's Primary Practice

    1410 6th Ave S

    Clear Lake, IA 50428

    (641) 357-2191

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    What is Dr. Brunsting's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brunsting's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336255785.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brunsting?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brunsting

    What is Dr. Brent Brunsting's specialty?

    Dr. Brunsting is a Family Medicine Specialist near Clear Lake, IA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Brent Brunsting affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Brunsting is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Brent Brunsting accepting new patients in Clear Lake, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Brent Brunsting is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brent Brunsting offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brunsting's office at (641) 357-2191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brent Brunsting?

    Please contact Dr. Brunsting's office at (641) 357-2191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Brunsting have?

    Dr. Brent Brunsting is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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