Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tallman, Internist in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Sarah Tallman, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Tallman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tallman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tallman’s office at (515) 247-4240.
Is Dr. Tallman board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Tallman, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tallman speak?
Dr. Tallman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tallman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tallman 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. Tallman. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tallman typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Tallman 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. Tallman. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Tallman accept my insurance?
Dr. Tallman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-4240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tallman accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Tallman in West 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Tallman's office located?
Dr. Sarah Tallman's Primary Practice
5950 University Ave Ste 260
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 247-4240
What is Dr. Tallman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tallman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487897294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tallman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tallman
What is Dr. Sarah Tallman's specialty?
Dr. Tallman is a Internist near West Des Moines, IA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Sarah Tallman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tallman is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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
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Is Sarah Tallman accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Tallman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Tallman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tallman's office at (515) 247-4240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Tallman?
Please contact Dr. Tallman's office at (515) 247-4240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Tallman have?
Dr. Sarah Tallman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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