Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kummer, Cardiologist in Grand Island, NE?
Dr. Joseph Kummer, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Grand Island, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kummer graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. Kummer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kummer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kummer’s office at (402) 483-3333.
Where did Dr. Kummer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kummer board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kummer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kummer speak?
Dr. Kummer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kummer treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kummer 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. Kummer. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Kummer perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Kummer may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kummer's office.
Does Dr. Kummer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kummer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 483-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kummer accept in Grand Island, NE?
Dr. Kummer in Grand Island, NE 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 Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medica
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kummer's office located?
Dr. Joseph Kummer's Primary Practice
3563 Prairieview St Ste 200
Grand Island, NE 68803
(402) 483-3333
What is Dr. Kummer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kummer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003863036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kummer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kummer
What is Dr. Joseph Kummer's specialty?
Dr. Kummer is a Cardiologist near Grand Island, NE. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Kummer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Kummer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kummer is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Mary Lanning Healthcare, Grand Island Regional Medical Center, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Joseph Kummer accepting new patients in Grand Island, NE?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Kummer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Kummer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kummer's office at (402) 483-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Kummer?
Please contact Dr. Kummer's office at (402) 483-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Kummer have?
Dr. Joseph Kummer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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