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Dr. Loren Wilkes, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Minneapolis, MN

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilkes, Family Medicine Specialist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Loren Wilkes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Wilkes graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ M C-Riverside, Family Medicine. Dr. Wilkes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkes’s office at (651) 717-3400.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ M C-Riverside, Family Medicine | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Wilkes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Wilkes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wilkes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilkes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wilkes 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. Wilkes. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wilkes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Loren Wilkes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wilkes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wilkes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 717-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkes accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Wilkes in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Corewell Health

    • HealthPartners

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wilkes' office located?

    Dr. Loren Wilkes' Primary Practice

    2849 Johnson St NE

    Minneapolis, MN 55418

    (651) 717-3400

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    Dr. Loren Wilkes' Practice 2

    2535 University Ave SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55414

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    Dr. Loren Wilkes' Practice 3

    7455 Village Dr

    Lino Lakes, MN 55014

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

    Dr. Wilkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619929395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkes?

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

    What is Dr. Loren Wilkes's specialty?

    Dr. Wilkes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Minneapolis, MN.

    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 Dr. Loren Wilkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilkes is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, St. Francis Regional Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Loren Wilkes accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Wilkes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loren Wilkes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkes' office at (651) 717-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Loren Wilkes?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkes' office at (651) 717-3400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wilkes' office located?

    Dr. Wilkes' offices are located in Minneapolis, MN and Lino Lakes, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loren Wilkes have?

    Dr. Loren Wilkes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.