Dr. Omer Ismail, MD
Des Moines, IA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ismail, Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Omer Ismail, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ismail is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ismail’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ismail’s office at (515) 643-2084.
What languages does Dr. Ismail speak?
Dr. Ismail and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ismail typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ismail 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. Ismail. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ismail typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ismail 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. Ismail. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Ismail accept my insurance?
Dr. Ismail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-2084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ismail accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Ismail in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Ismail's office located?
Dr. Omer Ismail's Primary Practice
330 Laurel St Ste 1200
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 643-2084
What is Dr. Ismail's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ismail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962767491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ismail?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ismail
What is Dr. Omer Ismail's specialty?
Dr. Ismail is a Surgeon near Des Moines, IA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Omer Ismail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ismail is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital 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
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Is Omer Ismail accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Omer Ismail is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omer Ismail offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ismail's office at (515) 643-2084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omer Ismail?
Please contact Dr. Ismail's office at (515) 643-2084 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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