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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mc Clairen, Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Willie Mc Clairen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Mc Clairen completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Mc Clairen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mc Clairen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mc Clairen’s office at (515) 244-9950.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mc Clairen?
Dr. Willie Mc Clairen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mc Clairen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Des Moines/IA community, Dr. Mc Clairen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mc Clairen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, General Surgery
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa
What languages does Dr. Mc Clairen speak?
Dr. Mc Clairen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mc Clairen treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mc Clairen 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. Mc Clairen. 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.
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- SAH
- Subarachnoid Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Scalp Cut
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp laceration
- Deep scalp cut
- Head cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Scalp Scrape
- Wounds and Injuries
- Scalp Abrasion
- Scraped Head
- Grazed Scalp
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0001XA: Abrasion of scalp, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Mc Clairen perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Willie Mc Clairen may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mc Clairen's office.
Does Dr. Mc Clairen accept my insurance?
Dr. Mc Clairen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 244-9950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mc Clairen accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Mc Clairen in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Iowa
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Mc Clairen's office located?
Dr. Willie Mc Clairen's Primary Practice
315 University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 244-9950
What is Dr. Mc Clairen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mc Clairen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588768857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mc Clairen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mc Clairen
What is Dr. Willie Mc Clairen's specialty?
Dr. Mc Clairen is a Surgeon near Des Moines, IA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Mc Clairen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Willie Mc Clairen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mc Clairen is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Willie Mc Clairen accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Willie Mc Clairen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Willie Mc Clairen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mc Clairen's office at (515) 244-9950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Willie Mc Clairen?
Please contact Dr. Mc Clairen's office at (515) 244-9950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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