Johannes Brechtken
Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Johannes Brechtken

Cardiology
Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute - Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus
550 Osborne Road Northeast, Suite 1420, 
Fridley, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
15
conditions
Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute - Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus
550 Osborne Road Northeast, Suite 1420, 
Fridley, MN 

Overview

Johannes Brechtken is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fridley, Minnesota.

Dr. Brechtken is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

Dr. Brechtken is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine,2016, Cardiovascular Disease, 2007, and Interventional Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Brechtken is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine,2016
Cardiovascular Disease
2007
Interventional Cardiology

Hospital Affiliations

Regions Hospital
Westfields Hospital And Clinic
Amery Hospital & Clinic
Hudson Hospital
Lakeview Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
French
German
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute - Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus
550 Osborne Road Northeast, Suite 1420, Fridley, MN 55432
Other Locations
Metropolitan Heart & Vascular Institute - Mercy
4040 Coon Rapids Boulevard Northwest, Suite 120, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

AGENT IDE: A Prospective, Randomized (2:1), Multicenter Trial to Assess the Safety and Effectiveness of the AgentTM Paclitaxel Coated PTCA Balloon Catheter for the Treatment of Subjects With In-Stent Restenosis (ISR)
AGENT IDE: A Prospective, Randomized (2:1), Multicenter Trial to Assess the Safety and Effectiveness of the AgentTM Paclitaxel Coated PTCA Balloon Catheter for the Treatment of Subjects With In-Stent Restenosis (ISR)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: August 26, 2026
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Phase 3
ACCESS to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory in Patients Without ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Resuscitated From Out-of-hospital Ventricular Fibrillation Cardiac Arrest
ACCESS to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory in Patients Without ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction Resuscitated From Out-of-hospital Ventricular Fibrillation Cardiac Arrest
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 27, 2021
Intervention Type: Procedure, Diagnostic test
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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2 Total Publications

A Case of Neurologically Intact Survival after 2 hours and 50 minutes of Euthermic Cardiac Arrest Treated with Mechanical CPR and Intra-arrest Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
A Case of Neurologically Intact Survival after 2 hours and 50 minutes of Euthermic Cardiac Arrest Treated with Mechanical CPR and Intra-arrest Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Journal: Prehospital emergency care
Published: August 16, 2018
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Is Dr. Johannes Brechtken a top-rated expert for Apoplexy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Johannes Brechtken is classified as an Distinguished expert for Apoplexy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Johannes Brechtken specialize in?

While Dr. Johannes Brechtken is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Apoplexy, Atrial Fibrillation, and Arrhythmias. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Johannes Brechtken participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Johannes Brechtken has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Apoplexy. You can view a list of Dr. Johannes Brechtken's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Johannes Brechtken accept my insurance?

Dr. Johannes Brechtken accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 763-427-9980 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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