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Dr. Elizabeth Raecker, MD

Anesthesiologist

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Elizabeth Raecker, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Raecker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raecker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raecker’s office at (515) 401-1950.

    What languages does Dr. Raecker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Raecker typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Raecker 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. Raecker. 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:

    • 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Raecker typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Raecker 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. Raecker. 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:

    • 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. Raecker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raecker 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. Raecker accept in Des Moines, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Raecker's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Raecker's Primary Practice

    1200 Pleasant St

    Des Moines, IA 50309

    (515) 401-1950

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    Dr. Elizabeth Raecker's Practice 2

    4200 University Ave Ste 300

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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    What hospitals are Dr. Raecker affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Raecker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center,Des Moines, IA

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

    Dr. Raecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659697381.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raecker?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Raecker's specialty?

    Dr. Raecker is an Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Elizabeth Raecker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Raecker is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West 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

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    Is Dr. Elizabeth Raecker accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Raecker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Raecker offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Raecker?

    Please contact Dr. Raecker's office at (515) 401-1950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Raecker's office located?

    Dr. Raecker's offices are located in Des Moines, IA and West Des Moines, IA.