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Dr. Brett Myers, MD

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Myers, Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Brett Myers, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Myers graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Myers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Myers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Myers’s office at (515) 401-1950.

    Where did Dr. Myers go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    What languages does Dr. Myers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Myers treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Myers 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. Myers. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Myers perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Myers performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Myers. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Myers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Myers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 401-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Myers accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Myers in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Myers' office located?

    Dr. Brett Myers' Primary Practice

    1200 Pleasant St

    Des Moines, IA 50309

    (515) 401-1950

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    Dr. Brett Myers' Practice 2

    4200 University Ave Ste 300

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (515) 401-1950

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    Dr. Brett Myers' Practice 3

    1660 60th St

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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

    Dr. Myers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518303379.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Myers?

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

    What is Dr. Brett Myers's specialty?

    Dr. Myers is a Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Myers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brett Myers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Myers is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, UnityPoint Health-Methodist West 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

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    Is Brett Myers accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Myers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Myers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Myers's office at (515) 401-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brett Myers?

    Please contact Dr. Myers's office at (515) 401-1950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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