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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanvranken, Internist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vanvranken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanvranken’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanvranken’s office.
What languages does Dr. Vanvranken speak?
Dr. Vanvranken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vanvranken typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vanvranken 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. Vanvranken. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes-related Nerve Pain
- Polyneuropathy from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1342: Other specified diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Lost leg below knee
- Below knee amputation
- Missing lower leg
- Lower leg loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z89519: Acquired absence of unspecified leg below knee
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vanvranken typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Vanvranken's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vanvranken accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanvranken 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. Vanvranken accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Vanvranken in Minneapolis, MN 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 Blue Shield of Minnesota
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vanvranken's office located?
What is Dr. Vanvranken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanvranken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790096048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanvranken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanvranken
What is Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken's specialty?
Dr. Vanvranken is a Internist near Minneapolis, MN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanvranken is affiliated with United Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Vanvranken accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Vanvranken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanvranken's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Vanvranken?
Please contact Dr. Vanvranken's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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