Summary

Dr. Charles Ahrens treats keratoconjunctivitis sicca, dry eyes, and cataracts, and performs eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Ahrens earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and is affiliated with Aspirus Saint Lukes Hospital. He sees patients in Hermantown, Hibbing, Virginia, and Duluth, Minnesota.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens has 5 locations

Saint Lukes Eye Care Milller Creek Medical Clinic

4190 Loberg AveHermantown, MN 55811
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hibbing Family Medical Clinic

1120 E 34th StHibbing, MN 55746
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwoods Surgery Center

502 N 6th AveVirginia, MN 55792
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Aspirus Saint Lukes Hospital

915 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805

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19 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 65 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Hermantown , MNDuluth , MNDuluth , MNDuluth , MN
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Itasca Medical Care
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • United Behavioral Health - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Charles Earl Ahrens holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Ahrens' NPI number is 1356540827.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Ahrens?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Ahrens affiliated with?
Dr. Charles Ahrens is affiliated with Aspirus Saint Lukes Hospital.
Where is Dr. Charles Ahrens's office located?
Dr. Charles Ahrens's office is located at 4190 Loberg Ave, Hermantown, MN, 55811.
Does Dr. Charles Ahrens accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Charles Ahrens has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Charles Ahrens speak?
Dr. Charles Ahrens speaks English.

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