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Dr. Leslie Schier, MD

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schier, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Leslie Schier, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Schier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schier’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schier’s office at (515) 643-2682.

    What languages does Dr. Schier speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schier typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schier 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. Schier. 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 here.

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schier typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schier 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. Schier. 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 here.

    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. Schier accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-2682 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schier accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Schier in Des Moines, 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 North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Schier's office located?

    Dr. Leslie Schier's Primary Practice

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 643-2682

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    Dr. Leslie Schier's Practice 2

    800 S Fillmore St

    Osceola, IA 50213

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

    Dr. Schier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508509209.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schier?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Schier's specialty?

    Dr. Schier is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Leslie Schier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schier is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Leslie Schier accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Schier is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Schier offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schier's office at (515) 643-2682 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leslie Schier?

    Please contact Dr. Schier's office at (515) 643-2682 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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