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Dr. Gretchen Cole, MD

Apple Valley, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cole, Internist in Apple Valley, MN?

    Dr. Gretchen Cole, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cole graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cole is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cole’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cole’s office at (952) 460-4000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of New Mexico Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cole board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Cole, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cole speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cole treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does Dr. Cole perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Cole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 460-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cole accept in Apple Valley, MN?

    Dr. Cole in Apple Valley, 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 and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Genesis Health System

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • State of Tennessee

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Gretchen Cole's Primary Practice

    14650 Garrett Ave

    Apple Valley, MN 55124

    (952) 460-4000

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    Dr. Gretchen Cole's Practice 2

    1301 E 1000 St

    Bloomington, MN 55425

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    Dr. Gretchen Cole's Practice 3

    1440 Duckwood Dr

    Saint Paul, MN 55122

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

    Dr. Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942279575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cole?

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

    What is Dr. Gretchen Cole's specialty?

    Dr. Cole is a Internist near Apple Valley, MN.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Cole to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gretchen Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cole is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Gretchen Cole accepting new patients in Apple Valley, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Cole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gretchen Cole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (952) 460-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Cole?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (952) 460-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gretchen Cole have?

    Dr. Gretchen Cole is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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