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Dr. John Pflugi, DO

Mason City, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pflugi, Internist in Mason City, IA?

    Dr. John Pflugi, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mason City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pflugi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pflugi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pflugi’s office at (563) 421-3122.

    What languages does Dr. Pflugi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pflugi typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Pflugi 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. Pflugi. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pflugi typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Pflugi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pflugi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pflugi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (563) 421-3122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pflugi accept in Mason City, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medical Associates

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Pflugi's office located?

    Mercy Emergency Physicians

    1000 4th St SW

    Mason City, IA 50401

    (563) 421-3122

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    Dr. John Pflugi's Practice 2

    621 S Illinois Ave Ste 100

    Mason City, IA 50401

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

    Dr. Pflugi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790179331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pflugi?

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

    What is Dr. John Pflugi's specialty?

    Dr. Pflugi is a Internist near Mason City, IA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. John Pflugi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pflugi is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 John Pflugi accepting new patients in Mason City, IA?

    Yes, Dr. John Pflugi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Pflugi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pflugi's office at (563) 421-3122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Pflugi?

    Please contact Dr. Pflugi's office at (563) 421-3122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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