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Dr. Cara Sawyer, DO

West Burlington, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sawyer, Surgeon in West Burlington, IA?

    Dr. Cara Sawyer, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Burlington, IA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sawyer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sawyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sawyer’s office at (319) 768-4350.

    What languages does Dr. Sawyer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sawyer treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sawyer 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. Sawyer. 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
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Other gastritis types
    • Various stomach inflammations
    • Uncommon gastritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Sawyer perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Cara Sawyer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sawyer's office.

    Does Dr. Sawyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sawyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 768-4350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sawyer accept in West Burlington, IA?

    Dr. Sawyer in West Burlington, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Sawyer's office located?

    Dr. Cara Sawyer's Primary Practice

    1223 S Gear Ave

    West Burlington, IA 52655

    (319) 768-4350

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    Dr. Cara Sawyer's Practice 2

    5445 Avenue O

    Fort Madison, IA 52627

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

    Dr. Sawyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316218191.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawyer?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Sawyer's specialty?

    Dr. Sawyer is a Surgeon near West Burlington, 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. Sawyer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cara Sawyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sawyer is affiliated with Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus 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 Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon 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 Cara Sawyer accepting new patients in West Burlington, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Sawyer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Sawyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sawyer's office at (319) 768-4350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cara Sawyer?

    Please contact Dr. Sawyer's office at (319) 768-4350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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