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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bethel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Leah Bethel, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bethel graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bethel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bethel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bethel’s office at (515) 282-2296.
Where did Dr. Bethel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Bethel board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leah Bethel, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bethel speak?
Dr. Bethel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bethel treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bethel 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. Bethel. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bethel perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Bethel may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bethel's office.
Does Dr. Bethel accept my insurance?
Dr. Bethel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bethel accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Bethel 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
Cooperative Benefit Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Bethel's office located?
What is Dr. Bethel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bethel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710183637.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bethel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bethel
What is Dr. Leah Bethel's specialty?
Dr. Bethel is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Bethel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leah Bethel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bethel is affiliated with University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Leah Bethel accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Leah Bethel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leah Bethel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bethel's office at (515) 282-2296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leah Bethel?
Please contact Dr. Bethel's office at (515) 282-2296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leah Bethel have?
Dr. Leah Bethel is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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