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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farruggia, Family Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Julia Farruggia, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Farruggia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farruggia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farruggia’s office at (515) 265-1050.
What languages does Dr. Farruggia speak?
Dr. Farruggia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Farruggia treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farruggia 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. Farruggia. 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.
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
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
Also known as:
- Colostomy Care
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Stoma Care
- Bowel Diversion Care
- Ostomy Bag Management
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Which procedures does Dr. Farruggia perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Julia Farruggia may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Farruggia's office.
Does Dr. Farruggia accept my insurance?
Dr. Farruggia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 265-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farruggia accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Farruggia 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Group Administrators Ltd
Humana
Medicare
State of Iowa
UnitedHealthcare
US Health and Life
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Farruggia's office located?
Dr. Julia Farruggia's Primary Practice
2103 Ingersoll Ave Ste 2
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 265-1050
What is Dr. Farruggia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farruggia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114411402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farruggia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farruggia
What is Dr. Julia Farruggia's specialty?
Dr. Farruggia is a Family Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Farruggia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Julia Farruggia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farruggia is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Iowa Methodist 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
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Is Julia Farruggia accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Julia Farruggia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julia Farruggia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farruggia's office at (515) 265-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julia Farruggia?
Please contact Dr. Farruggia's office at (515) 265-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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