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Dr. Kenneth Andersen, MD

Dr. Kenneth Andersen, MD

Johnston, IA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Andersen, Family Medicine Specialist in Johnston, IA?

    Dr. Kenneth Andersen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Johnston, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Andersen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Luthera, Family Medicine. Dr. Andersen is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Andersen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Andersen’s office at (515) 270-1177.

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

    • Residency: Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Luthera, Family Medicine | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Lutheran Hospital) Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Andersen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Andersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Andersen speak?

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

    • English

    • German

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

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

    • 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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Andersen 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. Andersen. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Andersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Andersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 270-1177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Andersen accept in Johnston, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centivo

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Andersen's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Andersen's Primary Practice

    5615 NW 86th St # M

    Johnston, IA 50131

    (515) 270-1177

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    Dr. Kenneth Andersen's Practice 2

    6200 Aurora Ave Ste 100W

    Des Moines, IA 50322

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    Dr. Kenneth Andersen's Practice 3

    715 SW Ankeny Rd

    Ankeny, IA 50023

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

    Dr. Andersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386654986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Andersen?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Andersen's specialty?

    Dr. Andersen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Johnston, 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. Kenneth Andersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Andersen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines 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 Kenneth Andersen accepting new patients in Johnston, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Andersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Andersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Andersen's office at (515) 270-1177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Andersen?

    Please contact Dr. Andersen's office at (515) 270-1177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Andersen have?

    Dr. Kenneth Andersen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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