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Dr. Brett Nienaber, MD

Dr. Brett Nienaber, MD

Brainerd, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nienaber, Family Medicine Specialist in Brainerd, MN?

    Dr. Brett Nienaber, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brainerd, MN. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Nienaber graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Upper Mississippi. Dr. Nienaber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nienaber’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nienaber’s office.

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

    • Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Hennepin County Medical Center | Hennepin County Medical Center Program

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

    Is Dr. Nienaber board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Nienaber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nienaber speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nienaber treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nienaber 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. Nienaber. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ovarian Cancer
    • Cancer of the ovary
    • Ovarian carcinoma
    • Female reproductive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stroke
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    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:

    • 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Which procedures does Dr. Nienaber perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brett Nienaber may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nienaber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nienaber 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. Nienaber accept in Brainerd, MN?

    Dr. Nienaber in Brainerd, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nienaber's office located?

    Dr. Brett Nienaber's Primary Practice

    2024 S 6th St

    Brainerd, MN 56401

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Minnesota Medical Association/Upper Mississippi

    Member

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

    Dr. Nienaber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710961776.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nienaber?

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

    What is Dr. Brett Nienaber's specialty?

    Dr. Nienaber is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brainerd, MN. 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. Contact Dr. Nienaber to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brett Nienaber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nienaber is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Brett Nienaber accepting new patients in Brainerd, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Nienaber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Nienaber offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Brett Nienaber?

    Please contact Dr. Nienaber's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Nienaber have?

    Dr. Brett Nienaber is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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