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Dr. James Hartel, MD

Clinical Pathologist, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Waterloo, IA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hartel, Clinical Pathologist in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. James Hartel, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Hartel graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine. Dr. Hartel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hartel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hartel’s office.

    Where did Dr. Hartel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hartel board certified as a Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Hartel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Hartel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hartel typically treat?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Hartel 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. Hartel. 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:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Inflammation
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Cervicitis
    • Inflamed cervix
    • Cervical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N72: Inflammatory disease of cervix uteri

    What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Hartel typically perform?

    As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Hartel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hartel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hartel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hartel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hartel accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Hartel in Waterloo, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Hartel's office located?

    Dr. James Hartel's Primary Practice

    3421 W 9th St Fl 6

    Waterloo, IA 50702

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hartel affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hartel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center,Waterloo, IA
    Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center,Cedar Falls, IA
    Buchanan County Health Center,Independence, IA
    Virginia Gay Hospital,Vinton, IA

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

    Dr. Hartel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366640583.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hartel?

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

    What is Dr. James Hartel's specialty?

    Dr. Hartel is a Clinical Pathologist near Waterloo, IA.

    What does a Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. James Hartel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hartel is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Unitypoint Health-Allen 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

    When to see a Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. James Hartel accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. James Hartel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Hartel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hartel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Hartel?

    Please contact Dr. Hartel's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hartel's office located?

    Dr. Hartel's office is located in Waterloo, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Hartel have?

    Dr. James Hartel is certified by the American Board of Pathology.