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Dr. Joseph Mitchell, MD

Dr. Joseph Mitchell, MD

Council Bluffs, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mitchell, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Joseph Mitchell, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office at (270) 417-7940.

    What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mitchell typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:

    • Dementia
    • Severe Dementia
    • Moderate Dementia
    • Mild Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder
    • Advanced dementia
    • Late-stage dementia
    • Severe cognitive decline
    • Mid-stage dementia
    • Moderate cognitive impairment
    • Significant memory loss
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Early stage dementia
    • Mild memory loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F03C0: Unspecified dementia, severe, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F03B0: Unspecified dementia, moderate, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
    • F03A0: Unspecified dementia, mild, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Younger-Onset Alzheimer's
    • Early Alzheimer's
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mitchell typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Mitchell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 417-7940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Dr. Mitchell in Council Bluffs, 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 and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Mitchell's Primary Practice

    1831 E Kanesville Blvd

    Council Bluffs, IA 51503

    (270) 417-7940

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

    Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952669152.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Mitchell's specialty?

    Dr. Mitchell is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Council Bluffs, IA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Musc Health University Medical Center, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Joseph Mitchell accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Mitchell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (270) 417-7940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mitchell?

    Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (270) 417-7940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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