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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pekny, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, NE?
Dr. Craig Pekny, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, NE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pekny is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pekny’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pekny’s office.
What languages does Dr. Pekny speak?
Dr. Pekny and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pekny typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pekny 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. Pekny. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Acquired Thyroid Atrophy
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Shrinking Thyroid Gland
- Acquired Thyroid Wasting
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E034: Atrophy of thyroid (acquired)
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pekny typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pekny 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. Pekny. 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
Does Dr. Pekny accept my insurance?
Dr. Pekny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pekny accept in Columbus, NE?
Dr. Pekny in Columbus, 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
AmWINS Group
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pekny's office located?
What is Dr. Pekny's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pekny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386964260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pekny?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pekny
What is Dr. Craig Pekny's specialty?
Dr. Pekny is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, NE.
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. Craig Pekny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pekny is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne, Bryan East Campus, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Bellevue Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Craig Pekny accepting new patients in Columbus, NE?
Yes, Dr. Craig Pekny is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Pekny offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pekny's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Pekny?
Please contact Dr. Pekny's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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