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Who is Dr. Schwalbe, Surgeon in Mason City, IA?
Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mason City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Schwalbe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwalbe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwalbe’s office at (641) 494-5200.
What languages does Dr. Schwalbe speak?
Dr. Schwalbe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schwalbe treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Schwalbe 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. Schwalbe. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Which procedures does Dr. Schwalbe perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe 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. Schwalbe's office.
Does Dr. Schwalbe accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwalbe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 494-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwalbe accept in Mason City, IA?
Dr. Schwalbe in Mason City, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
South Country Health Alliance
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Schwalbe's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe's Primary Practice
250 S Crescent Dr
Mason City, IA 50401
(641) 494-5200
What is Dr. Schwalbe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwalbe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780189407.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwalbe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwalbe
What is Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe's specialty?
Dr. Schwalbe is a Surgeon near Mason City, 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. Schwalbe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwalbe is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa 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 Kathryn Schwalbe accepting new patients in Mason City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Schwalbe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwalbe's office at (641) 494-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Schwalbe?
Please contact Dr. Schwalbe's office at (641) 494-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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