16 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Karstens, Pediatrician in Duluth, MN?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Karstens?
Dr. Gretchen Karstens, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Karstens empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Duluth, MN community, Dr. Karstens is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Karstens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Is Dr. Karstens board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Karstens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Karstens speak?
Dr. Karstens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Karstens typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Karstens 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. Karstens. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Karstens typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Karstens 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. Karstens. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Karstens accept my insurance?
Dr. Karstens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 249-7870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karstens accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Karstens in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthPartners
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Karstens' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Karstens affiliated with?
Dr. Karstens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Karstens's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karstens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669405189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karstens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karstens