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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mccaughey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Joshua Mccaughey, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mccaughey graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at CORE/Doctors Hospital Program. Dr. Mccaughey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccaughey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccaughey’s office at (515) 239-2011.
Where did Dr. Mccaughey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: CORE/Doctors Hospital Program
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mccaughey speak?
Dr. Mccaughey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mccaughey typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mccaughey 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. Mccaughey. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mccaughey typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Mccaughey may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mccaughey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mccaughey accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccaughey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mccaughey accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Mccaughey in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Mccaughey's office located?
What is Dr. Mccaughey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccaughey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114168549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccaughey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccaughey
What is Dr. Joshua Mccaughey's specialty?
Dr. Mccaughey is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ames, IA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Joshua Mccaughey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccaughey is affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Mccaughey accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Mccaughey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Mccaughey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccaughey's office at (515) 239-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Mccaughey?
Please contact Dr. Mccaughey's office at (515) 239-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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