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Kristy Marie Severson, NP

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Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine), Family Medicine and Gastroenterology (Digestive System)

Professional interests include: colonoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatobiliary disorders, and more.

13111 E Briarwood Avenue Suite 300
Centennial, CO 80112

(303) 671-5553

Kristy Marie Severson, NP is a nurse in Highlands Ranch, CO specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine), family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system). Kristy Marie Severson, NP is affiliated with UCHealth, CommonSpirit Health, University of Colorado Medicine, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED and UCHealth Gastroenterology Clinic - Lone Tree.

Office Locations

Address:

1500 Park Central Drive Suite 201
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

Address:

13111 E Briarwood Avenue Suite 300
Centennial, CO 80112

Address:

4809 Argonne Street Suite 200
Denver, CO 80249

Address:

9548 Park Meadows Drive 3rd Floor
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Some issues Kristy Marie Severson, NP can help you with:

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

doctor visit	52

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	39

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	43
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	164

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	242
Black	32
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	26
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

doctor visit	182
hospital care	95
inpatient care	95

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	154

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	190
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	32
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	28
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	30
Dementia	16
Cancer	12

doctor visit	221
hospital care	128
inpatient care	128

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	224
Black	26
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	26
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

doctor visit	261
hospital care	118
inpatient care	118

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	242
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	42
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

doctor visit	101
hospital care	36
inpatient care	36

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	105
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	59
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	16
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	32
Dementia	15
Cancer	10

doctor visit	111
hospital care	30
inpatient care	30

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	113
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	14
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	25
Dementia	11
Cancer	15

doctor visit	261
hospital care	125
hydrogen breath test	37
inpatient care	125
methane breath test	37

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Kristy Marie Severson, NP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Kristy Marie Severson, NP treated as a nurse in Highlands Ranch, CO were hospital care, inpatient care, methane breath test and hydrogen breath test.

doctor visit	171
hospital care	88
hydrogen breath test	37
inpatient care	88
methane breath test	37

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Kristy Marie Severson, NP.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	115
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	39
85 and over	15
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	52

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Kristy Marie Severson, NP From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Kristy Marie Severson, NP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	7
Dementia	7

Education & Training

She has a state license in Minnesota.

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Kristy Marie Severson, NP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

CommonSpirit Health

University of Colorado Medicine

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

UCHealth Gastroenterology Clinic - Lone Tree

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Biography

Ms. Kristy Severson specializes in family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system) and practices in Aurora, CO, Highlands Ranch, CO, and Lone Tree, CO. Areas of expertise for Ms. Severson include hepatobiliary disorders, celiac disease, and crohn's disease. Ms. Severson is affiliated with UCHealth and the University of Colorado Medicine. According to Doctor.com, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Highlands Ranch, CO.