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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kern, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Kent Kern, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Kern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kern’s office at (616) 391-6243.
What languages does Dr. Kern speak?
Dr. Kern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kern typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kern 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. Kern. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Kern typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Kern 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. Kern. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Revision Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Arthroplasty Revision
- Failed Knee Replacement Surgery
- Knee Implant Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 27487: Revision of total knee arthroplasty, with or without allograft; femoral and entire tibial component
Does Dr. Kern accept my insurance?
Dr. Kern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 391-6243 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kern accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Kern in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kern's office located?
Dr. Kent Kern's Primary Practice
221 Michigan St NE Ste 300
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 391-6243
What is Dr. Kern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528697992.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kern
What is Dr. Kent Kern's specialty?
Dr. Kern is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Grand Rapids, MI.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Kent Kern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kern is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kent Kern accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?
Yes, Dr. Kent Kern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kent Kern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (616) 391-6243 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kent Kern?
Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (616) 391-6243 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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