Summary

Dr. Jennifer Kerns is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 27 years of comprehensive medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, establishing a strong foundation in patient care and clinical expertise. Dr. Kerns provides care in English for her diverse patient population.

Dr. Kerns practices at Washington DC VA Medical Center in Washington, DC, where she focuses on treating patients with diabetes mellitus and geriatric diabetes. She also specializes in helping patients manage obesity and overweight conditions. Her dual expertise in internal medicine and hospital medicine allows her to provide both outpatient care and specialized treatment for hospitalized patients requiring complex medical management.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 27 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Washington Dc Va Medical Center

50 Irving St NwWashington, DC 20422

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns, MD
Dr. Ravi Ramamoorthy Iyer, MD
Dr. Janice E. Mcmillan, MD
Dr. Michelle Zucherman, DO
Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns, MDDr. Ravi Ramamoorthy Iyer, MDDr. Janice E. Mcmillan, MDDr. Michelle Zucherman, DO
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.8 
27 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCHerndon , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Nalanda Medical College Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospital Medicine
  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Jennifer Caroline Kerns holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Kerns' NPI number is 1578589313.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Jennifer Kerns accepting new patients?
Dr. Jennifer Kerns has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Jennifer Kerns speak?
Dr. Jennifer Kerns speaks English.
Does Dr. Jennifer Kerns accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Jennifer Kerns has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Kerns?
You can find contact information for Dr. Jennifer Kerns here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Jennifer Kerns accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jennifer Kerns accepts on their Vitals profile.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.