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Dr. Robert Brewer, MD

Ames, IA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brewer, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Robert Brewer, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Brewer completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Brewer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brewer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brewer’s office at (304) 528-4600.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Cardiovascular Diseases

    • Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky

    Is Dr. Brewer board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Brewer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brewer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brewer treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Familial atrial fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • SVT
    • Rapid Heart Rate
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
    • I483: Typical atrial flutter
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I484: Atypical atrial flutter
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    What procedures does Dr. Brewer perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Brewer 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. Brewer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Brewer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brewer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 528-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brewer accept in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Brewer 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

    • Clear Spring Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Brewer's office located?

    Dr. Robert Brewer's Primary Practice

    1816 Philadelphia St

    Ames, IA 50010

    (304) 528-4600

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    Dr. Robert Brewer's Practice 2

    407 S White St

    Mt Pleasant, IA 52641

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    Dr. Robert Brewer's Practice 3

    204 N 4th Ave E

    Newton, IA 50208

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

    Dr. Brewer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790715308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brewer?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Brewer's specialty?

    Dr. Brewer is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Ames, IA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Brewer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Brewer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brewer is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY 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

    Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

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    Is Robert Brewer accepting new patients in Ames, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Brewer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Brewer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (304) 528-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Brewer?

    Please contact Dr. Brewer's office at (304) 528-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Brewer have?

    Dr. Robert Brewer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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