MB
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bruce, Family Medicine Specialist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Maria Fe Bruce, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bruce is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruce’s office at (417) 556-3400.
Is Dr. Bruce board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Fe Bruce, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bruce speak?
Dr. Bruce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bruce diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Bruce. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bruce typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Fe Bruce may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bruce accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 556-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruce accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Bruce in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Bruce's office located?
What is Dr. Bruce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124136718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruce
What is Dr. Maria Fe Bruce's specialty?
Dr. Bruce is a Family Medicine Specialist near Joplin, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Maria Fe Bruce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruce is affiliated with Freeman Health System, The University Of Kansas Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Maria Fe Bruce accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Maria Fe Bruce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Fe Bruce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (417) 556-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Fe Bruce?
Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (417) 556-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Fe Bruce have?
Dr. Maria Fe Bruce is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Joplin, MO
JH
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jonathan Haffner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carthage, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Carthage, MO
LW
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Luke Wicke, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Webb City, MO with 2 additional practice locations.
Webb City, MO
JM
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jimmy Morgan, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years.
Joplin, MO