
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 2-12
- Adolescent 12-21
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Emplify Health Sparta Family Medicine
- 1111 West Wisconsin Street, Sparta, WI 54656
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- Phone: 608-269-6731
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Mercy Health Partners Hackley, Family Medicine, 2001
- Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1998
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine/OMT: American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, 2003
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
177 Ratings, 35 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2026
I know what to do and didn't need Dr. To tell me re this issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2026
The reason I put the rating for check-in was because there were four people at the counter for check-in, but one was helping someone with an appointment and the other three were all on the phone and the line started to build up because no one was free to check people in at that time. I suggest that you would have so many people assigned to phone calls, and the others would be free to take the people who are standing in line to check in.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2026
This was my first visit with Doctor Lehner. He was great, answered all of my questions, very patiently and knowledgeably. I will definitely keep him as my primary care provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2026
I avoided seeking medical attention for most of my adult life because I didn't want to deal with providers that I felt were more interested in my money than my actual care, but the staff at Gundersen/Emplify have always treated me with respect and (as far as I know) honesty- I am always comfortable during my appointments and with the staff I deal with!
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2026
No one knew what was going on I sat for 20 min with nothing. Then when I left I got call that I left before my appointment. I never did get to see what was on my MRI all they wanted to do was send me to LaCrosse. Not very happy with the whole thing. I still would like to know what my MRI said.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2026
I appreciate it Ty!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2026
Dr Joe listened and provided positive feedback to our questions. His concern for care for the comfort of his patients is evident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2026
Very nice personal
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2026
Very satisfied with my treatment DR. Lehner was very knowledgeable I don't like MyChart's access system to many hoops to jump through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2026
My son was extremely comfortable with the doctor and his nurses. He felt he was treated well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2026
Everything was at the highest level one might expect.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2026
With my old provider living . I had to try a different provider. And I really like the provider that I tried . So I will be back to see him again .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2026
great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2026
Dr. JOSEPH LEHNER was a wonderful experience. Even though he is not my primary care provider. I was fortunate to get in with him ASAP and he addressed my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2026
This visit was for coordinating and updating my medication prescriptions and providing information on my continuing M S treatment. I felt like I was listened to and concerns were addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2026
DR. LEHNER LISTENED TO MY CONCERNS. HE DID A GREAT JOB OF ADDRESSING MY QUESTIONS AND MADE ME FEEL AT EASE WITH MY CINCERNS. I DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE IN NEED OF ANY MEDICAL CARE.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Lab results were not on mychart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
very pleasant appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
I got the best night sleep in four months after the cortisone shot in my shoulder. Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr Lehner and his team always make me feel better, their attention to detail impresses me, and I feel safe with the care provided
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
I really like going to the smaller more personal clinic in Sparta
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Great health care system with exceptional staff!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2026
For my first time, I found the experience to be very easy going, stress free and courteous. I went in with questions and got the answers and advice i needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr. Lehner is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2025
Very knowledgeable & professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Everything went great. Glad I chose Gunderson in Sparta
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
My digital experience is on my end . I feel very comfortable with staff and especially Dr. Lehner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
I'm old school and at this point do not use my chart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
Dr. Joe is great! Trust him!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Joseph and his staff are the best. Joseph listens and answers any questions we had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
The check-in desk receptionist needs a little more training on friendliness. When I told her there was a mix up in the last name spelling, she kept telling me that my child had no appt. but I was showing her 3 things of proof. She then called over another receptionist and that receptionist prompted her to look up the appt under the spelling I was telling her about and it was there. She was very rude and adamant that we had no appt.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
The only reason I'm with Gunderson is because of Dr. Joe being there. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr. Lehner is great. Relatable, intelligent, great communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
your records are not up to date and sometimes wrong; to many "cnns" doing the same thing getting ready to see the dr.
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