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Dr. Gretchen Rierson, MD

Minneapolis, MN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rierson, Pediatrician in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Gretchen Rierson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Rierson graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed her residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Rierson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rierson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rierson’s office at (952) 831-4454.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Pediatrics | University Of Mn Med School

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    What languages does Dr. Rierson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rierson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rierson 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. Rierson. 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:

    • 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    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:

    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Rierson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Gretchen Rierson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rierson's office.

    Does Dr. Rierson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rierson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 831-4454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rierson accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Rierson in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • HealthEZ

    • Medica

    • State of Minnesota

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rierson's office located?

    Dr. Gretchen Rierson's Primary Practice

    3955 Parklawn Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55435

    (952) 831-4454

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

    Dr. Rierson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306847314.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rierson?

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

    What is Dr. Gretchen Rierson's specialty?

    Dr. Rierson is a Pediatrician near Minneapolis, MN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Rierson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gretchen Rierson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rierson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Minnesota - Minneapolis. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Gretchen Rierson accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Rierson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gretchen Rierson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rierson's office at (952) 831-4454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Rierson?

    Please contact Dr. Rierson's office at (952) 831-4454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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