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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmitz, Pediatrician in Ames, IA?
Dr. Destinee Schmitz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Ames, IA. Dr. Schmitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmitz’s office at (563) 424-2025.
What languages does Dr. Schmitz speak?
Dr. Schmitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Schmitz typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Schmitz 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. Schmitz. 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)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Schmitz typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Schmitz 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. Schmitz. 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-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Schmitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (563) 424-2025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmitz accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Schmitz in Ames, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Schmitz's office located?
What is Dr. Schmitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659948768.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmitz
What is Dr. Destinee Schmitz's specialty?
Dr. Schmitz is a Pediatrician near Ames, 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. Destinee Schmitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmitz is affiliated with Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street 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
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Is Destinee Schmitz accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Destinee Schmitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Destinee Schmitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmitz's office at (563) 424-2025 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Destinee Schmitz?
Please contact Dr. Schmitz's office at (563) 424-2025 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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