Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friesen, Internist in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Friesen graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. Friesen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friesen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friesen’s office.
Where did Dr. Friesen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Friesen board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Friesen speak?
Dr. Friesen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Friesen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Friesen 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. Friesen. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Friesen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friesen's office.
Does Dr. Friesen accept my insurance?
Dr. Friesen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friesen accept in Lincoln, NE?
Dr. Friesen in Lincoln, NE 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 Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medica
Medicare
State of Nebraska
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Friesen's office located?
What is Dr. Friesen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477561850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friesen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friesen
What is Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen's specialty?
Dr. Friesen is a Internist near Lincoln, NE.
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. Friesen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friesen is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Grand Island Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Elizabeth Ann Friesen accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friesen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Ann Friesen?
Please contact Dr. Friesen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen have?
Dr. Elizabeth Ann Friesen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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