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Who is Dr. Gammon, Pediatrician in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Rachelle Gammon, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gammon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gammon’s office at (515) 224-4993.
Is Dr. Gammon board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Rachelle Gammon, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gammon speak?
Dr. Gammon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gammon typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gammon 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. Gammon. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Child Behavior Disorder
- ODD
- Defiant Behavior Disorder
- Childhood Oppositionality
ICD-10 Codes:
- F913: Oppositional defiant disorder
Also known as:
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gammon typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gammon 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. Gammon. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Generating Device Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Augmentative Communication Therapy
- AAC Device Programming
- Speech Device Training
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Gammon accept my insurance?
Dr. Gammon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 224-4993 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gammon accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Gammon in West 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Oscar Health
State of Iowa
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Where is Dr. Gammon's office located?
Dr. Rachelle Gammon's Primary Practice
1271 8th St Ste 100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 224-4993
What is Dr. Gammon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gammon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891990271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gammon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gammon
What is Dr. Rachelle Gammon's specialty?
Dr. Gammon is a Pediatrician near West Des Moines, IA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Rachelle Gammon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gammon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachelle Gammon accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Rachelle Gammon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachelle Gammon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gammon's office at (515) 224-4993 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachelle Gammon?
Please contact Dr. Gammon's office at (515) 224-4993 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachelle Gammon have?
Dr. Rachelle Gammon is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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