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Dr. John Hamersma, MD

Wyoming, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamersma, Family Medicine Specialist in Wyoming, MI?

    Dr. John Hamersma, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wyoming, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hamersma graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed his residency at Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Hamersma is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamersma’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamersma’s office at (616) 685-1835.

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

    • Residency: Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    Is Dr. Hamersma board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Hamersma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hamersma speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamersma typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamersma 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. Hamersma. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Rectum Cancer Test
    • Anal Cancer Screening
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamersma typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamersma 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. Hamersma. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    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

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Hamersma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamersma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-1835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamersma accept in Wyoming, MI?

    Dr. Hamersma in Wyoming, 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 Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hamersma's office located?

    Dr. John Hamersma's Primary Practice

    2093 Health Dr SW Ste 200

    Wyoming, MI 49519

    (616) 685-1835

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    Dr. John Hamersma's Practice 2

    1000 East Paris Ave SE Ste 100

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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    Dr. John Hamersma's Practice 3

    5060 Cascade Rd SE Ste A

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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

    Dr. Hamersma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033108329.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamersma?

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

    What is Dr. John Hamersma's specialty?

    Dr. Hamersma is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wyoming, MI.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. John Hamersma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamersma is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Holland Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 John Hamersma accepting new patients in Wyoming, MI?

    Yes, Dr. John Hamersma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Hamersma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamersma's office at (616) 685-1835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Hamersma?

    Please contact Dr. Hamersma's office at (616) 685-1835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Hamersma have?

    Dr. John Hamersma is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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