Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen

Nephrology
Perspectives Optometric Vision Clinic PC
6601 Lyndale Ave S, 
Minneapolis, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
4
conditions
Perspectives Optometric Vision Clinic PC
6601 Lyndale Ave S, 
Minneapolis, MN 

Overview

Kirsten Johansen is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr. Johansen is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Tubular Necrosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Kidney Transplant.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 226 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Johansen is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Nephrology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Hospital Affiliations

Hennepin County Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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

Perspectives Optometric Vision Clinic PC
6601 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55423
Other Locations
Hennepin Healthcare
701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415

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

A Randomized Clinical Trial to Evaluate Non-Pharmacologic and Pharmacologic Approaches for Reducing Pain and Opioid Use Among Patients Treated With Maintenance Hemodialysis
A Randomized Clinical Trial to Evaluate Non-Pharmacologic and Pharmacologic Approaches for Reducing Pain and Opioid Use Among Patients Treated With Maintenance Hemodialysis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 13, 2025
Intervention Type: Behavioral, Drug
Study Drug: Buprenorphine
Study Phase: Phase 2
Use of Pedometers to Measure and Increase Walking Among Patients With ESRD
Use of Pedometers to Measure and Increase Walking Among Patients With ESRD
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 02, 2019
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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226 Total Publications

Association Between Time Spent With Low Posttransplant Glomerular Filtration Rate and Access to Relisting and Retransplantation.
Association Between Time Spent With Low Posttransplant Glomerular Filtration Rate and Access to Relisting and Retransplantation.
Journal: Kidney medicine
Published: April 23, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen by calling their office at 612-861-7846. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen a top-rated expert for Chronic Kidney Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen is classified as an Elite expert for Chronic Kidney Disease, 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. Kirsten L. Johansen specialize in?

While Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Kidney Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen has published 226 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Kidney Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen accept my insurance?

Dr. Kirsten L. Johansen accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-861-7846 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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