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Dr. Karl Brenner, MD

Dr. Karl Brenner, MD

Pontiac, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brenner, Internist in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Karl Brenner, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brenner completed his residency at St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brenner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brenner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brenner’s office.

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

    • Residency: St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch

    Is Dr. Brenner board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Brenner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Brenner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brenner typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Brenner 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. Brenner. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brenner typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Brenner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brenner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brenner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brenner 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. Brenner accept in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Brenner in Pontiac, MI 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

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Brenner's office located?

    Dr. Karl Brenner's Primary Practice

    44428 Woodward Ave Ste 102

    Pontiac, MI 48341

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    Iha Assoc Gyn /Ob

    14288 E Old US Highway 12 # 400

    Chelsea, MI 48118

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    Dr. Karl Brenner's Practice 3

    990 W Ann Arbor Trl

    Plymouth, MI 48170

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

    Dr. Brenner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033186770.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brenner?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Brenner's specialty?

    Dr. Brenner is a Internist near Pontiac, MI.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Karl Brenner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brenner is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Manistee Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Chelsea Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Karl Brenner accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Brenner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Brenner offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Brenner?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Brenner have?

    Dr. Karl Brenner is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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