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Dr. Laura Brunsen, MD

Iowa Falls, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brunsen, Family Medicine Specialist in Iowa Falls, IA?

    Dr. Laura Brunsen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa Falls, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Brunsen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Brunsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brunsen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brunsen’s office at (641) 847-2625.

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

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    What languages does Dr. Brunsen speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

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

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

    • 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. Brunsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brunsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 847-2625 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brunsen accept in Iowa Falls, IA?

    Dr. Brunsen in Iowa Falls, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Brunsen's office located?

    Dr. Laura Brunsen's Primary Practice

    701 Washington Ave

    Iowa Falls, IA 50126

    (641) 847-2625

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    Dr. Laura Brunsen's Practice 2

    1000 10th Ave

    Ackley, IA 50601

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

    Dr. Brunsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790794337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brunsen?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Brunsen's specialty?

    Dr. Brunsen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Iowa Falls, IA.

    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. Laura Brunsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brunsen is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center 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 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 Laura Brunsen accepting new patients in Iowa Falls, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Brunsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Brunsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brunsen's office at (641) 847-2625 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Brunsen?

    Please contact Dr. Brunsen's office at (641) 847-2625 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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