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Dr. Stephen Carveth, MD

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carveth, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Stephen Carveth, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carveth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carveth’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carveth’s office at (515) 247-8400.

    What languages does Dr. Carveth speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carveth treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carveth 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. Carveth. 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:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Broken right upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone
    • Displaced right supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Right elbow fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S42411A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S42411D: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of right humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Fracture
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Humerus fracture
    • Broken elbow
    • Upper arm bone fracture
    • Supracondylar fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412D: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does Dr. Carveth perform?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Carveth 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. Carveth. 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:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Does Dr. Carveth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carveth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Carveth 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Carveth's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Carveth's Primary Practice

    450 Laurel St Ste A

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 247-8400

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    Dr. Stephen Carveth's Practice 2

    5300 NW 86th St Ste 500

    Johnston, IA 50131

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    Dr. Stephen Carveth's Practice 3

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 966-6789

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

    Dr. Carveth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225558638.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carveth?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Carveth's specialty?

    Dr. Carveth is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Des Moines, IA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Carveth to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Carveth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carveth is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center 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 Stephen Carveth accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Carveth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Carveth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carveth's office at (515) 247-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Carveth?

    Please contact Dr. Carveth's office at (515) 247-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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