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Dr. Cara Drew

Sioux City, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Drew, Family Medicine Specialist in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Cara Drew is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sioux City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Drew graduated from University of South Dakota. Dr. Drew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drew’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drew’s office at (712) 294-5000.

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

    • Medical School: University of South Dakota

    What languages does Dr. Drew speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drew typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Drew 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. Drew. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Drew typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Drew may include:

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

    Does Dr. Drew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Drew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 294-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Drew accept in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Drew in Sioux City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Drew's office located?

    Dr. Cara Drew's Primary Practice

    2501 Pierce St

    Sioux City, IA 51104

    (712) 294-5000

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    Dr. Cara Drew's Practice 2

    2720 Stone Park Blvd

    Sioux City, IA 51104

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

    Dr. Drew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699189639.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drew?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Drew's specialty?

    Dr. Drew is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sioux City, 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 Dr. Cara Drew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Drew is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Cara Drew accepting new patients in Sioux City, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Drew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Drew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Drew's office at (712) 294-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cara Drew?

    Please contact Dr. Drew's office at (712) 294-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Drew's office located?

    Dr. Drew's office is located in Sioux City, IA.