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Who is Dr. Friar, Internist in Iron Mountain, MI?
Dr. Kenneth Friar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Iron Mountain, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Friar completed his residency at Detroit Med Ctr. Dr. Friar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friar’s office at (231) 947-0673.
Where did Dr. Friar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Detroit Med Ctr
Is Dr. Friar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Friar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Friar speak?
Dr. Friar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Friar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Friar 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. Friar. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium
- Alcohol
- Delirium
- Delirium Tremens
- Alcohol-Induced Delirium
- Severe Alcohol Withdrawal
- DTs
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10931: Alcohol use, unspecified with withdrawal delirium
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does Dr. Friar perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Friar 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. Friar. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Friar accept my insurance?
Dr. Friar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 947-0673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friar accept in Iron Mountain, MI?
Dr. Friar in Iron Mountain, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Upper Peninsula Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Friar's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Friar's Primary Practice
1721 S Stephenson Ave
Iron Mountain, MI 49801
(231) 947-0673
What is Dr. Friar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730184847.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friar
What is Dr. Kenneth Friar's specialty?
Dr. Friar is a Internist near Iron Mountain, MI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Friar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kenneth Friar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Friar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Marshfield Medical Center - Dickinson, Bellin Hospital, Hshs St. Marys Hospital Medical Center. 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 Kenneth Friar accepting new patients in Iron Mountain, MI?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Friar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Friar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friar's office at (231) 947-0673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Friar?
Please contact Dr. Friar's office at (231) 947-0673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Friar have?
Dr. Kenneth Friar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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