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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stancic, Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Christopher Stancic, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Stancic is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stancic’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stancic’s office at (515) 247-4239.
What languages does Dr. Stancic speak?
Dr. Stancic and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Stancic typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Stancic 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. Stancic. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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 Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Stancic typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Stancic may include:
Please contact Dr. Stancic's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stancic accept my insurance?
Dr. Stancic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-4239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stancic accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Stancic in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Iowa
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Stancic's office located?
Dr. Christopher Stancic's Primary Practice
1111 6th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 247-4239
What is Dr. Stancic's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stancic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184248189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stancic?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stancic
What is Dr. Christopher Stancic's specialty?
Dr. Stancic is a Hospitalist near Des Moines, IA.
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 this Dr. Christopher Stancic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stancic 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
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Is Christopher Stancic accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Stancic is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Stancic offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stancic's office at (515) 247-4239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Stancic?
Please contact Dr. Stancic's office at (515) 247-4239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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