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Dr. Bernard Kuipers, MD

Rochester, MN

54 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuipers, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Bernard Kuipers, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. She has been practicing for over 54 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuipers graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Mayo Fdn Grad School. Dr. Kuipers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuipers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuipers’s office at (507) 284-2511.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Fdn Grad School

    • Medical School: University Of Cape Town Medical School | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kuipers board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bernard Kuipers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuipers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuipers typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuipers 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. Kuipers. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kuipers typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kuipers 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. Kuipers. 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 Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Does Dr. Kuipers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuipers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuipers accept in Rochester, MN?

    Dr. Kuipers in Rochester, 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Government Employees Health Association

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kuipers' office located?

    Dr. Bernard Kuipers' Primary Practice

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

    (507) 284-2511

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

    Dr. Kuipers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962482935.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuipers?

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

    What is Dr. Bernard Kuipers's specialty?

    Dr. Kuipers is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Rochester, MN.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is this Dr. Bernard Kuipers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuipers is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Bernard Kuipers accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Bernard Kuipers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bernard Kuipers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuipers's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bernard Kuipers?

    Please contact Dr. Kuipers's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bernard Kuipers have?

    Dr. Bernard Kuipers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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