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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knipscher, Family Medicine Specialist in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Kathleen Knipscher, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brewer, ME. Dr. Knipscher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knipscher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knipscher’s office.
What languages does Dr. Knipscher speak?
Dr. Knipscher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knipscher typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Knipscher 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. Knipscher. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Knipscher typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Knipscher may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Knipscher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Knipscher accept my insurance?
Dr. Knipscher 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. Knipscher accept in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Knipscher in Brewer, ME 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knipscher's office located?
What is Dr. Knipscher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knipscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376071894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knipscher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knipscher
What is Dr. Kathleen Knipscher's specialty?
Dr. Knipscher is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brewer, ME.
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. Kathleen Knipscher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knipscher is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me 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 Kathleen Knipscher accepting new patients in Brewer, ME?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Knipscher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Knipscher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knipscher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Knipscher?
Please contact Dr. Knipscher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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234 State St
Brewer, ME 04412