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Dr. Perry Bassett, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Ottumwa, IA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bassett, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ottumwa, IA?

    Dr. Perry Bassett, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ottumwa, IA. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Bassett is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassett’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassett’s office at (207) 834-3101.

    What languages does Dr. Bassett speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Perry Bassett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bassett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bassett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 834-3101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bassett accept in Ottumwa, IA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Bassett's office located?

    Dr. Perry Bassett's Primary Practice

    1001 Pennsylvania Ave

    Ottumwa, IA 52501

    (207) 834-3101

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

    Dr. Bassett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245233857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassett?

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

    What is Dr. Perry Bassett's specialty?

    Dr. Bassett is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ottumwa, 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. Perry Bassett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bassett is affiliated with Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm 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. Perry Bassett accepting new patients in Ottumwa, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Perry Bassett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Perry Bassett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (207) 834-3101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Perry Bassett?

    Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (207) 834-3101 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bassett's office located?

    Dr. Bassett's office is located in Ottumwa, IA.