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Who is Dr. Harker, Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Donald Harker, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Harker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harker’s office at (515) 282-1100.
What languages does Dr. Harker speak?
Dr. Harker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Harker treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Harker 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. Harker. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Cataract
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes-related cataract
- Cloudy lens from diabetes
- Diabetic eye cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- History of Kidney Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Past kidney stones
- Previous urinary stones
- History of renal calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87442: Personal history of urinary calculi
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Which procedures does Dr. Harker perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Donald Harker may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Harker's office.
Does Dr. Harker accept my insurance?
Dr. Harker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harker accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Harker 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
IOWA Total Care
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Harker's office located?
What is Dr. Harker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508179615.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harker
What is Dr. Donald Harker's specialty?
Dr. Harker is a Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Harker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Donald Harker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Harker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Broadlawns Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Donald Harker accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Donald Harker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Harker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harker's office at (515) 282-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Harker?
Please contact Dr. Harker's office at (515) 282-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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