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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Babe, Family Medicine Specialist in Shenandoah, IA?
Dr. Heather Babe, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shenandoah, IA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Babe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Babe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Babe’s office at (712) 246-7400.
Is Dr. Babe board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Babe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Babe speak?
Dr. Babe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Babe typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Babe 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. Babe. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Babe typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Babe 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. Babe. 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. Babe accept my insurance?
Dr. Babe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 246-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Babe accept in Shenandoah, IA?
Dr. Babe in Shenandoah, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Mutual of Omaha
NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Babe's office located?
What is Dr. Babe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Babe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710917026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Babe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Babe
What is Dr. Heather Babe's specialty?
Dr. Babe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shenandoah, IA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Heather Babe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Babe is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Babe accepting new patients in Shenandoah, IA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Babe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Babe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Babe's office at (712) 246-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Babe?
Please contact Dr. Babe's office at (712) 246-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Babe have?
Dr. Heather Babe is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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