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Dr. Beth Ernst, MD

Kearney, NE

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ernst, Family Medicine Specialist in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Beth Ernst, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ernst completed her residency at St Luke'S Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ernst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ernst’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ernst’s office at (308) 865-2141.

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

    • Residency: St Luke'S Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Smef

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne

    Is Dr. Ernst board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Beth Ernst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ernst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ernst treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ernst 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. Ernst. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified External Cause
    • Unknown cause of injury
    • Unidentified accident factor
    • Cause of injury not determined

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Y999: Unspecified external cause status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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
    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Which procedures does Dr. Ernst perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Beth Ernst may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ernst's office.

    Does Dr. Ernst accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ernst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 865-2141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ernst accept in Kearney, NE?

    Dr. Ernst in Kearney, NE 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • Express Scripts

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Nebraska

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ernst's office located?

    Dr. Beth Ernst's Primary Practice

    211 W 33rd St

    Kearney, NE 68845

    (308) 865-2141

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Beth Ernst?

    Dr. Ernst has appointments available at her Kearney, NE office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225112014.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ernst?

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

    What is Dr. Beth Ernst's specialty?

    Dr. Ernst is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kearney, NE. 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. Contact Dr. Ernst to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Beth Ernst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ernst is affiliated with Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Beth Ernst accepting new patients in Kearney, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Beth Ernst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Beth Ernst offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ernst, or call (308) 865-2141 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Beth Ernst?

    Please contact Dr. Ernst's office at (308) 865-2141 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Beth Ernst have?

    Dr. Beth Ernst is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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