15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kester, Family Medicine Specialist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Amanda Kester, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Kester graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE and completed her residency at Clarkson Family Medicine. Dr. Kester is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kester’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kester’s office at (402) 991-5353.
Where did Dr. Kester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarkson Family Medicine
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Kester board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amanda Kester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kester speak?
Dr. Kester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kester treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kester 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. Kester. 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:
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed Anxiety Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Combined Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety with Other Symptoms
- Complex Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F413: Other mixed anxiety disorders
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kester perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amanda Kester may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kester's office.
Does Dr. Kester accept my insurance?
Dr. Kester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 991-5353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kester accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Kester in Omaha, NE 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 Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medica
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kester's office located?
Dr. Amanda Kester's Primary Practice
17520 Wright St Ste 105
Omaha, NE 68130
(402) 991-5353
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
40% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
40% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Amanda Kester a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kester has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kester, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Kester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740249176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kester
What is Dr. Amanda Kester's specialty?
Dr. Kester is a Family Medicine Specialist near Omaha, NE. 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. Contact Dr. Kester to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amanda Kester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kester is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Orthonebraska Hospital, Methodist Women's Hospital, Chi Health Lakeside 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
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Is Amanda Kester accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Amanda Kester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amanda Kester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (402) 991-5353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amanda Kester?
Please contact Dr. Kester's office at (402) 991-5353 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amanda Kester have?
Dr. Amanda Kester is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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