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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friar, Internist in Iron Mountain, MI?
Dr. Kenneth Friar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Iron Mountain, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Friar typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Friar typically perform?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Friar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friar is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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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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