30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ernst, Obstetrician in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Beth Ernst, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an Obstetrician?
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 an Obstetrician like Dr. Ernst typically treat?
As an Obstetrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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 Obstetrician like Dr. Ernst typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Ernst performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Oscar Health
State of Nebraska
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ernst's office located?
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 Obstetrician near Kearney, NE.
What does an Obstetrician do?
A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.
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
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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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