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Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD

Waterloo, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garrett, Surgeon in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Garrett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrett’s office at (319) 833-5907.

    What languages does Dr. Garrett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Garrett treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Garrett 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. Garrett. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Infected Tailbone Cyst
    • Sacrococcygeal Abscess
    • Tailbone Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Which procedures does Dr. Garrett perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Garrett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Garrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 833-5907 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garrett accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Garrett in Waterloo, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Garrett's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Primary Practice

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107

    Waterloo, IA 50701

    (319) 833-5907

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    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Practice 2

    909 W 1st St

    Sumner, IA 50674

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    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Practice 3

    1600 1st St E

    Independence, IA 50644

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

    Dr. Garrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881910271.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrett?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Garrett's specialty?

    Dr. Garrett is a Surgeon near Waterloo, 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. Garrett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Garrett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garrett is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Allen Hospital 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 Melissa Garrett accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Garrett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Garrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (319) 833-5907 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Garrett?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (319) 833-5907 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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