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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ling, Family Medicine Specialist in Waukee, IA?
Dr. Sarah Ling, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waukee, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ling graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Ling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ling’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ling’s office at (515) 282-2296.
Where did Dr. Ling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ling speak?
Dr. Ling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ling typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ling 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. Ling. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Ling accept my insurance?
Dr. Ling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ling accept in Waukee, IA?
Dr. Ling in Waukee, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centivo
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Ling's office located?
Mercyone S Des Moines Behavioral Hlth Care Clinic
25 W Hickman Rd
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 282-2296
What is Dr. Ling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689087595.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ling
What is Dr. Sarah Ling's specialty?
Dr. Ling is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waukee, IA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sarah Ling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ling is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 Sarah Ling accepting new patients in Waukee, IA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Ling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Ling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (515) 282-2296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Ling?
Please contact Dr. Ling's office at (515) 282-2296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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