KG
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gu, Family Medicine Specialist in Elk River, MN?
Dr. Kefeng Gu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elk River, MN. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Gu graduated from China Medical University and completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery. Dr. Gu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gu’s office at (763) 587-4800.
Where did Dr. Gu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery | Hennepin County Med Center
Medical School: Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C) | Shanghai Medical University, Shanghai First Medical University | China Medical University
Is Dr. Gu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kefeng Gu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gu speak?
Dr. Gu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gu 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. Gu. 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:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kefeng Gu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gu accept my insurance?
Dr. Gu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 587-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gu accept in Elk River, MN?
Dr. Gu in Elk River, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Jefferson Health
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Gu's office located?
What is Dr. Gu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538249412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gu
What is Dr. Kefeng Gu's specialty?
Dr. Gu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elk River, MN.
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. Kefeng Gu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gu is affiliated with Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 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 Kefeng Gu accepting new patients in Elk River, MN?
Yes, Dr. Kefeng Gu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kefeng Gu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (763) 587-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kefeng Gu?
Please contact Dr. Gu's office at (763) 587-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kefeng Gu have?
Dr. Kefeng Gu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Elk River, MN
CP
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Charles Pokora is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coon Rapids, MN with 2 additional practice locations.
Coon Rapids, MN
NN
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Nathan Norquist, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coon Rapids, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified.
Coon Rapids, MN
RF
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Rhea Ford, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Apple Valley, MN