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Dr. Craig Simons, DO
Spencer, IA
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simons, Internist in Spencer, IA?
Dr. Craig Simons, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Spencer, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Simons completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Simons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simons’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simons’s office at (660) 886-7431.
Where did Dr. Simons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Simons speak?
Dr. Simons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Simons typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Simons 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. Simons. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Simons typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Simons may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Simons' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simons accept my insurance?
Dr. Simons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (660) 886-7431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simons accept in Spencer, IA?
Dr. Simons in Spencer, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Simons' office located?
What is Dr. Simons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073568846.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simons
What is Dr. Craig Simons's specialty?
Dr. Simons is a Internist near Spencer, IA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Craig Simons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simons is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera Heart Hospital, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln 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 Craig Simons accepting new patients in Spencer, IA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Simons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Simons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (660) 886-7431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Simons?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (660) 886-7431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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