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Dr. Gregory Mckernan, DO

West Des Moines, IA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mckernan, Family Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Gregory Mckernan, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mckernan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckernan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mckernan’s office at (515) 225-3261.

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

    • Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mckernan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mckernan treat?

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

    • Premenstrual Syndrome
    • PMS
    • Premenstrual Tension
    • PMT

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N943: Premenstrual tension syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Amenorrhea
    • Other Irregular Menstruation
    • Menstruation
    • Absent Periods (Secondary)
    • Stopped Periods
    • No Periods After Starting
    • Unusual Periods
    • Menstrual Cycle Problems
    • Other Menstrual Irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N911: Secondary amenorrhea
    • N925: Other specified irregular menstruation

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Severe Period Pain
    • Period Pain
    • Dysmenorrhea
    • Painful periods
    • Menstrual cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N945: Secondary dysmenorrhea

    Also known as:

    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Routine Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After-birth Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care Visit
    • Maternal Postpartum Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Mckernan perform?

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

    • 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

    Does Dr. Mckernan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mckernan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 225-3261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mckernan accept in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Mckernan in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Mckernan's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Mckernan's Primary Practice

    1355 50th St Ste 100

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (515) 225-3261

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

    Dr. Mckernan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558341628.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckernan?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Mckernan's specialty?

    Dr. Mckernan is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Des Moines, IA. 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. Mckernan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gregory Mckernan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mckernan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Knoxville Hospital & Clinics. 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 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 Gregory Mckernan accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Mckernan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Mckernan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mckernan's office at (515) 225-3261 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Mckernan?

    Please contact Dr. Mckernan's office at (515) 225-3261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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