Summary

Dr. Kevin Karls is a gastroenterologist with 22 years of experience helping patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at the prestigious Mayo Clinic College of Medicine. Dr. Karls is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Karls practices at Chi Saint Alexius Health Bismarck and sees patients at the Essentia Health-Mid Dakota clinic in Bismarck, North Dakota. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps and Crohn's disease, along with managing drug allergies. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive conditions. Patients have given Dr. Karls an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 22 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic College Of Medicine
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Essentia Health-Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th St Clinic

401 N 9th StBismarck, ND 58501
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.2 
22 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bismarck , NDBismarck , NDBismarck , NDRochester , NY
Med School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kevin Karls

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Sanford Health Plan - Medicare
  • Sanford Health Plan - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Kevin Karls has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Kevin Karls has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Kevin Karls holds an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 2004.

NPI Number

Kevin Karls' NPI number is 1790762086.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kevin Karls accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kevin Karls has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Kevin Karls accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kevin Karls accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Kevin Karls speak?
Kevin Karls speaks English.
Where is Kevin Karls's office located?
Kevin Karls's office is located at 401 N 9th St, Bismarck, ND, 58501.
Is Kevin Karls accepting new patients?
Kevin Karls has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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