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Dr. Kerwin Farmer, DO
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Dr. Kerwin Farmer, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Anesthesiologist, Family Medicine Specialist

Alpena, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farmer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alpena, MI?

    Dr. Kerwin Farmer, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alpena, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farmer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Farmer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kerwin Farmer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Alpena, MI?

    Dr. Farmer in Alpena, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. Kerwin Farmer's Primary Practice

    1501 W Chisholm St

    Alpena, MI 49707

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    Mclaren Northern Michigan Cheboygan Campus

    748 S Main St

    Cheboygan, MI 49721

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    Dr. Kerwin Farmer's Practice 3

    416 Connable Ave

    Petoskey, MI 49770

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

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    Office Experience

    40% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Kerwin Farmer a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Farmer has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Farmer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942209010.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?

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

    What is Dr. Kerwin Farmer's specialty?

    Dr. Farmer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alpena, MI.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kerwin Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Mclaren Northern Michigan, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Mclaren Flint 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Kerwin Farmer accepting new patients in Alpena, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Kerwin Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kerwin Farmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kerwin Farmer?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. Farmer's offices are located in Alpena, MI, Cheboygan, MI, and Petoskey, MI.