Summary

Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu is a gastroenterologist with 16 years of experience helping patients with digestive health concerns. She earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Colorado Health. Her expertise focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions throughout the digestive system.

Dr. Jensen-Otsu practices at Idaho Gastroenterology Associates in Boise, Idaho. She specializes in treating colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Her procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and pathology tests to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Idaho Gastroenterology Associates

425 W Bannock StBoise, ID 83702
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu, MDRebecca Humphries, APRNDr. Matthew Richard Sericati, MDDr. Nic Roland Cordum, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.4 
4.1 
16 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Boise , IDSACRAMENTO , CABoise , IDBoise , ID
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Cross of Idaho - Federal Employees Program
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Moda Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mountain Health Co-Op
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu holds an expired medical license in the state of Idaho.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Colorado Health.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 2011 and University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Jensen-Otsu's NPI number is 1366731259.

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Dr. Elsbeth Jensen-Otsu's office is located at 425 W Bannock St, Boise, ID, 83702.
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