Provider Profile
Kari J. Ernst, ARNP
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Kari Ernst
Kari J. Ernst, ARNP is a nurse practitioner — family practicing in Dubuque, IA. Medicare claims data shows Kari provided 1,435 services to 965 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, and infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (563) 584-3000
- Email not available
Practice Locations
1500 ASSOCIATES DR
Dubuque, IA 52002
Conditions and Services Within This Provider's Scope
Within Nurse Practitioner - Family generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Common cold
- Diabetes
- Flu
- High blood pressure
- Sinus infection
- UTI
Allergies
- Seasonal allergies
Allergy & skin
- Hives
Blood disorders
- Iron-deficiency anemia
Bone & joint
- Osteoporosis
Dermatology
- Head lice
- Precancerous sun spot
- Psoriasis
- Ringworm
- Rosacea
Digestive
- Celiac disease
- Constipation
- Hemorrhoids
Digestive health
- Acid reflux
- IBS
- Viral gastroenteritis
Eye conditions
- Pink eye
Heart health
- High cholesterol
Hormones & endocrine
- Hypothyroidism
Infections
- COVID-19
- Ear infection
- Herpes simplex of the skin
- Mononucleosis
- Shingles
- Strep throat
Men's health
- Testosterone deficiency
Mental health
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Metabolic & weight
- Obesity
Nerve & joint
- Carpal tunnel
Nerve & spine
- Sciatica
Neurological
- Vertigo
Pain
- Gout
- Heel pain
- Lower back pain
- Migraines
- Osteoarthritis
Pain & spine
- Neck pain
Pediatric infections
- Hand, foot, and mouth disease
Respiratory
- Acute bronchitis
- Asthma
- Chronic cough
- Community-acquired pneumonia
Skin
- Acne
- Contact dermatitis
- Eczema
- Foot fungus
- Hair loss
- Poison Ivy
Sleep
- Insomnia
Urinary health
- Overactive bladder
Women's health
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Heavy periods
- Perimenopause
- Yeast infection
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Annual physical exam
- Routine blood work
- Sick visit
- Sports physical
- Suture removal
- Vaccination
Allergies
- Allergy testing
Chronic condition care
- Chronic disease management visit
- Diabetic Foot Care
Dermatology
- Cryotherapy for skin spots
Diagnostic screening
- Bone density scan ordering
- Colon cancer screening ordering
- Mammogram ordering
Diagnostic tests
- Rapid flu test
Ear, nose & throat
- Earwax removal
Heart health
- EKG
Hormones & endocrine
- Hormone Replacement Therapy Consultation
Injections
- Vitamin B12 Injections
Injury care
- Sprain and Strain Care
Lab tests
- Cholesterol screening
- COVID-19 testing
- Hemoglobin A1c Test
- Rapid strep testing
- Thyroid Blood Test
- Urine Drug Screen
Lifestyle counseling
- Smoking cessation counseling
Mental health
- Mental Health Evaluation
Minor procedures
- Burn and Wound Care
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
- Ingrown toenail removal
- Superficial foreign-body removal
Minor surgery
- Minor laceration repair
Neurological care
- Concussion evaluation
Occupational health
- DOT Physical
Pain management
- Joint injection or aspiration
- Trigger Point Injections
Physical exams
- School Physical
Prescriptions
- Prescription Refill
Preventative care
- Medicare annual wellness visit
- Travel Vaccines for Kids
- Well-child visit
Preventative exams
- Camp Physical
- Pre-Op Clearance Exam
Respiratory care
- Breathing Treatment
Screenings
- TB test
Sexual health
- PrEP consultation
- STD Swabs and Screening
Skin procedures
- Mole Check
- Skin biopsy
- Skin Tag Removal
- Wart Removal
Sleep
- At-Home Sleep Study Ordering
Urgent care
- Splinting of minor injuries
- Tick Removal
Weight management
- Weight Loss Injections and Medication
Women's health
- Birth control counseling
- Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
- IUD insertion and removal
- Pap smear
- Pregnancy Confirmation Test
- Well-woman exam
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
1,435 services · 965 patients · 25 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | Procedure | 36415 |
186 | More often than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| X-ray of abdomen, 2 views | Imaging | 74019 |
29 | More than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity | Imaging | 76981 |
22 | As often as other peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| X-ray of abdomen, 1 view | Imaging | 74018 |
20 | As often as other peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen | Imaging | 76705 |
17 | Less often than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | Treatment | 96365 |
111 | As often as other peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Measurement of hydrogen in breath to test for stomach and bowel symptoms | Treatment | 91065 |
37 | As often as other peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, each additional hour | Treatment | 96366 |
35 | Less often than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Injection, zoledronic acid, 1 mg | Drug given | J3489 |
60 | Less often than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more | Office visit | 99213 |
307 | More than most peers in Nurse Practitioner, Family |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other nurse practitioners at this location 2
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 8
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 30 related providers in 4 groups
Other nurse practitioners in Dubuque 6
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2012 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 8
Providers in IA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Kari J. Ernst specialize in?
Kari J. Ernst is a nurse practitioner in Dubuque, IA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Nurse Practitioner — Family”.
NPI registry
Where is Kari J. Ernst located?
Kari J. Ernst is listed at 1500 Associates Dr, Dubuque, IA 52002. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Kari J. Ernst's phone number?
The number on file is (563) 584-3000. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Kari J. Ernst?
Kari J. Ernst's National Provider Identifier is 1932464971. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Kari J. Ernst train?
Kari J. Ernst attended Other, graduating in 2012. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Kari J. Ernst have?
Kari J. Ernst has 14 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2012, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Kari J. Ernst do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Kari J. Ernst performs procedures including insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample; reads or performs imaging such as x-ray of abdomen, 2 views and ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity; provides treatments such as infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less and measurement of hydrogen in breath to test for stomach and bowel symptoms, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Kari J. Ernst's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Kari J. Ernst. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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