EverydayHealthLogo
RK

Dr. Robert Kent, MD

Council Bluffs, IA

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kent, Family Medicine Specialist in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Robert Kent, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kent graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Creighton University Medical Center-Saint Joseph. Dr. Kent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office.

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

    • Residency: Creighton University Medical Center-Saint Joseph

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Kent board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Kent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kent speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kent treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F988: Other specified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kent perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Kent may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kent's office.

    Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kent 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. Kent accept in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Kent in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Kent's office located?

    Dr. Robert Kent's Primary Practice

    800 Mercy Dr

    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    Get Directions

    Dr. Robert Kent's Practice 2

    1203 S Locust St

    Glenwood, IA 51534

    (712) 527-3699

    Get Directions

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Kent?

    Dr. Kent has appointments available at his Council Bluffs, IA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043434525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Kent's specialty?

    Dr. Kent is a Family Medicine Specialist near Council Bluffs, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Kent to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kent is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Robert Kent accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Kent is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Kent offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kent, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Kent?

    Please contact Dr. Kent's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Kent have?

    Dr. Robert Kent is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

    Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Council Bluffs, IA

    CW

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    onlineBooking-iconBook Online
    Council Bluffs, IA
    BOOK APPOINTMENT
    Dr. Cheryl Madson, MD

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    onlineBooking-iconBook Online
    Council Bluffs, IA
    BOOK APPOINTMENT
    Dr. Mel Roca, MD

    Family Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    onlineBooking-iconBook Online
    Council Bluffs, IA
    BOOK APPOINTMENT
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists