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Dr. John Sweetman, MD

Anesthesiologist

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sweetman, Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. John Sweetman, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sweetman graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology. Dr. Sweetman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweetman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweetman’s office at (515) 283-0463.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sweetman board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Sweetman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Sweetman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sweetman typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sweetman 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. Sweetman. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of the Spinal Canal
    • Spinal Canal Stenosis
    • Nerve Compression in Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4800: Spinal stenosis, site unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sweetman typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sweetman 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. Sweetman. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Sweetman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sweetman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 283-0463 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Sweetman's office located?

    Dr. John Sweetman's Primary Practice

    411 Laurel St Ste 3170

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 283-0463

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    Dr. John Sweetman's Practice 2

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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    Dr. John Sweetman's Practice 3

    1825 Logan Ave

    Waterloo, IA 50703

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

    Dr. Sweetman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952332249.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweetman?

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

    What is Dr. John Sweetman's specialty?

    Dr. Sweetman is an Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Sweetman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sweetman is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia, Unitypoint Health-Allen Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines 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 Dr. John Sweetman accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. John Sweetman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Sweetman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sweetman's office at (515) 283-0463 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Sweetman?

    Please contact Dr. Sweetman's office at (515) 283-0463 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sweetman's office located?

    Dr. Sweetman's offices are located in Des Moines, IA and Waterloo, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Sweetman have?

    Dr. John Sweetman is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.