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Dr. Joshua Eken, MD

Dr. Joshua Eken, MD

Alexandria, MN

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    Who is Dr. Eken, Family Medicine Specialist in Alexandria, MN?

    Dr. Joshua Eken, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Eken completed his residency at University of Iowa Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Eken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Eken’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eken’s office at (320) 762-0399.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Eken?

    Dr. Joshua Eken, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Eken empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Alexandria, MN community, Dr. Eken is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of Iowa Affiliated Hospitals

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

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Eken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Eken speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    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:

    • 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. Eken typically perform?

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

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    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

    Does Dr. Eken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (320) 762-0399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eken accept in Alexandria, MN?

    Dr. Eken in Alexandria, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthPartners

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eken's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Eken's Primary Practice

    1527 Broadway St

    Alexandria, MN 56308

    (320) 762-0399

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    Dr. Joshua Eken's Practice 2

    115 E Soo St

    Parkers Prairie, MN 56361

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    Dr. Joshua Eken's Practice 3

    4000 28th St S

    Moorhead, MN 56560

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    What hospitals are Dr. Eken affiliated with?

    Dr. Eken has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Alomere Health,Alexandria, MN

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

    Dr. Eken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275852907.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eken?

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

    What is Dr. Joshua Eken's specialty?

    Dr. Eken is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alexandria, 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 Dr. Joshua Eken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Eken is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alomere Health. 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 Dr. Joshua Eken accepting new patients in Alexandria, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Joshua Eken is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joshua Eken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eken's office at (320) 762-0399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua Eken?

    Please contact Dr. Eken's office at (320) 762-0399 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eken's office located?

    Dr. Eken's offices are located in Alexandria, MN, Parkers Prairie, MN, and Moorhead, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Eken have?

    Dr. Joshua Eken is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.