Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vandyke, Trauma Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Timothy Vandyke, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vandyke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vandyke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vandyke’s office at (515) 875-9770.
What languages does Dr. Vandyke speak?
Dr. Vandyke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vandyke treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Vandyke 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. Vandyke. 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:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Vandyke perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Timothy Vandyke may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vandyke's office.
Does Dr. Vandyke accept my insurance?
Dr. Vandyke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 875-9770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vandyke accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Vandyke in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Vandyke's office located?
Dr. Timothy Vandyke's Primary Practice
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 875-9770
What is Dr. Vandyke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vandyke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295116192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vandyke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vandyke
What is Dr. Timothy Vandyke's specialty?
Dr. Vandyke is a Trauma Surgeon near Des Moines, IA. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Vandyke to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Timothy Vandyke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vandyke 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
Where can I learn more about Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Timothy Vandyke accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Vandyke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Vandyke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vandyke's office at (515) 875-9770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Vandyke?
Please contact Dr. Vandyke's office at (515) 875-9770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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