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Dr. Rhonda Sowards, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Muscatine, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sowards, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Muscatine, IA?

    Dr. Rhonda Sowards, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Muscatine, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sowards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sowards’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sowards’s office at (309) 779-5000.

    Is Dr. Sowards board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rhonda Sowards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sowards speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sowards 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. Sowards. 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rhonda Sowards may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sowards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sowards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 779-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sowards accept in Muscatine, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Illinois

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Sowards' office located?

    Dr. Rhonda Sowards' Primary Practice

    1518 Mulberry Ave

    Muscatine, IA 52761

    (309) 779-5000

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    Dr. Rhonda Sowards' Practice 2

    2701 17th St

    Rock Island, IL 61201

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

    Dr. Sowards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326062621.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sowards?

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

    What is Dr. Rhonda Sowards's specialty?

    Dr. Sowards is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Muscatine, 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 Dr. Rhonda Sowards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sowards is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Trinity Rock Island, Unitypoint Health - Trinity Bettendorf, Genesis Medical Center-Silvis, Genesis Medical Center, Davenport, East Rusholme Street 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 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 Dr. Rhonda Sowards accepting new patients in Muscatine, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Rhonda Sowards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rhonda Sowards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sowards' office at (309) 779-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rhonda Sowards?

    Please contact Dr. Sowards' office at (309) 779-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sowards' office located?

    Dr. Sowards' offices are located in Muscatine, IA and Rock Island, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rhonda Sowards have?

    Dr. Rhonda Sowards is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.