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Dr. Andrew Bernard, DO

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bernard, Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Andrew Bernard, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bernard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bernard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bernard’s office at (515) 247-4240.

    What languages does Dr. Bernard speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bernard typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bernard 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. Bernard. 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
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bernard typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Bernard may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bernard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bernard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-4240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Bernard's office located?

    Mercyone Des Moines Neuropsychology

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 247-4240

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    Dr. Andrew Bernard's Practice 2

    330 Laurel St Ste 1200

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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    Dr. Andrew Bernard's Practice 3

    1755 59th Pl

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bernard affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Bernard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center,West Des Moines, IA
    Ringgold County Hospital,Mount Ayr, IA

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

    Dr. Bernard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629411103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bernard?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Bernard's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Andrew Bernard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bernard 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Andrew Bernard accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Bernard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Bernard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bernard's office at (515) 247-4240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Bernard?

    Please contact Dr. Bernard's office at (515) 247-4240 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bernard's office located?

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