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Dr. Melissa Bruhl, DO

Marshalltown, IA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bruhl, Internist in Marshalltown, IA?

    Dr. Melissa Bruhl, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Marshalltown, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Bruhl completed her residency at Iowa Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bruhl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruhl’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruhl’s office at (641) 753-4518.

    Where did Dr. Bruhl go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Iowa Methodist Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Bruhl speak?

    Dr. Bruhl and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bruhl treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Bruhl 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. Bruhl. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • End-Stage Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Advanced heart failure
    • Terminal heart failure
    • Severe heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5084: End stage heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
    • Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Buttock
    • Skin Wound on Buttock
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
    • L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
    • L97819: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with unspecified severity

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsore
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89620: Pressure ulcer of left heel, unstageable
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
    • L89610: Pressure ulcer of right heel, unstageable

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
    • Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
    • Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
    • I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Heel or Midfoot
    • Skin Condition
    • Foot Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Foot
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with unspecified severity

    What procedures does Dr. Bruhl perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Bruhl performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bruhl. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Does Dr. Bruhl accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bruhl accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 753-4518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bruhl accept in Marshalltown, IA?

    Dr. Bruhl in Marshalltown, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Steward Health Choice

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Bruhl's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Bruhl's Primary Practice

    1301 Summit St

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

    (641) 753-4518

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    Dr. Melissa Bruhl's Practice 2

    1631 SW Main St Ste 206

    Ankeny, IA 50023

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    Dr. Melissa Bruhl's Practice 3

    2730 Crow Creek Rd

    Bettendorf, IA 52722

    (877) 866-7123

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    What is Dr. Bruhl's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bruhl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497833784.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruhl?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruhl

    What is Dr. Melissa Bruhl's specialty?

    Dr. Bruhl is a Internist near Marshalltown, IA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Bruhl to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Bruhl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bruhl is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Methodist West Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Melissa Bruhl accepting new patients in Marshalltown, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Bruhl is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Bruhl offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bruhl's office at (641) 753-4518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Bruhl?

    Please contact Dr. Bruhl's office at (641) 753-4518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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