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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Telles Garcia, Cardiologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Telles Garcia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Telles Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Telles Garcia’s office at (515) 241-5700.
What languages does Dr. Telles Garcia speak?
Dr. Telles Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Telles Garcia typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Telles Garcia 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. Telles Garcia. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Telles Garcia typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Telles Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Telles Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Telles Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Telles Garcia accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Telles Garcia 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Telles Garcia's office located?
Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia's Primary Practice
1215 Pleasant St Ste 414
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-5700
Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia's Practice 3
6000 University Ave Ste A20
West Des Moines, IA 50266
What is Dr. Telles Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Telles Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922360726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Telles Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Telles Garcia
What is Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Telles Garcia is a Cardiologist near Des Moines, IA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Telles Garcia is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 Nelson Telles Garcia accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Telles Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Telles Garcia's office at (515) 241-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Telles Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Telles Garcia's office at (515) 241-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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