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Who is Dr. Kufahl, Family Medicine Specialist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Timothy Kufahl, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kufahl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kufahl’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kufahl’s office at (218) 249-3500.
What languages does Dr. Kufahl speak?
Dr. Kufahl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kufahl treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kufahl 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. Kufahl. 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:
- 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
What procedures does Dr. Kufahl perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kufahl 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. Kufahl. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Kufahl accept my insurance?
Dr. Kufahl accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 249-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kufahl accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Kufahl in Duluth, 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 and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Chevron
Cooportunity Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kufahl's office located?
Dr. Timothy Kufahl's Primary Practice
1600 Miller Trunk Hwy Bldg C
Duluth, MN 55811
(218) 249-3500
Dr. Timothy Kufahl's Practice 2
324 W Superior St Ste 220
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 249-3500
What is Dr. Kufahl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kufahl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073871000.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kufahl?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kufahl
What is Dr. Timothy Kufahl's specialty?
Dr. Kufahl is a Family Medicine Specialist near Duluth, MN. 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. Kufahl to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Timothy Kufahl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kufahl is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Timothy Kufahl accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Kufahl is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Kufahl offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kufahl's office at (218) 249-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Kufahl?
Please contact Dr. Kufahl's office at (218) 249-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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