Janine Marie Kerkstra, PA-C
Janine Marie Kerkstra is a Physician Assistant based in Grand Rapids, MI with over 21 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Janine Marie Kerkstra, PA-C has been part of the Grand Rapids medical community since 2007 in group practice. She has been in practice for 21+ years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 883dNPPES updated 2023-12-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
300 68th St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-6927
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Dec 21, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Virtual Medical Care With Janine Marie Kerkstra
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Janine Marie Kerkstra for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Grand Rapids required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Janine Marie Kerkstra
NPI records show Dr. Kerkstra as active with telehealth listed in Grand Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 455-5000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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