Summary

Dr. Karl Papierniak is a surgeon with expertise in gastroenterology who earned his medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center, building a foundation for his comprehensive surgical practice. With 47 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Papierniak brings extensive knowledge to his patient care. He is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, French, Korean, English, German, and Vietnamese.

Dr. Papierniak practices at New Ulm Medical Center in New Ulm, Minnesota. His clinical focus includes treating colon polyps and diverticular conditions such as diverticulosis. He performs specialized diagnostic procedures including pathology tests and surgical pathology evaluations. Additionally, he conducts kidney transplant biopsies to help guide treatment decisions for transplant patients.

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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 47 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, Korean, English, German, Vietnamese
  • Loyola University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

New Ulm Medical Center

1324 5th St NNew Ulm, MN 56073

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Accepts New Patients
47 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, Korean, English, German, Vietnamese Speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, Vietnamese, French, Korean, German Speaks English
New Ulm , MNNew Ulm , MNMankato , MNMadelia , MN
Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karl J Papierniak

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cox HealthPlans
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karl J Papierniak has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karl J Papierniak has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastroenterology
  • Hernia
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Loyola University Medical Center

Medical School

Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Which hospitals is Dr. Karl Papierniak affiliated with?
Dr. Karl Papierniak is affiliated with New Ulm Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Karl Papierniak's office located?
Dr. Karl Papierniak's office is located at 1324 5th St N, New Ulm, MN, 56073.
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