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Dr. David Simckes, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Simckes, Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. David Simckes, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Simckes completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Simckes is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simckes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simckes’s office at (314) 997-7177.

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

    • Residency: Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Chldns Hospital SUNY

    • Medical School: The Hebrew Univ- Hadassah Med Sch- Jerusalem- Israel | Hadassah Medical School, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem,Jerusalem, Israel

    Is Dr. Simckes board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Simckes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Simckes speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Simckes typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Simckes 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. Simckes. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Severe Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Hyperemesis Gravidarum
    • Extreme Morning Sickness
    • Persistent Vomiting in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O210: Mild hyperemesis gravidarum

    Also known as:

    • Other Ovarian Problems
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Ovarian Disorder
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • Ovary dysfunction
    • Female reproductive gland issues
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E288: Other ovarian dysfunction
    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Simckes typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Simckes 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. Simckes. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Embryo Transfer to Uterus
    • Intrauterine Embryo Transfer
    • IVF Embryo Transfer
    • Assisted Reproduction Embryo Transfer
    • Fertility Embryo Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 58974: Embryo transfer, intrauterine

    Also known as:

    • Egg Retrieval for IVF
    • Oocyte Retrieval
    • Follicle Aspiration
    • IVF Egg Collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58970: Follicle puncture for oocyte retrieval, any method

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
    • Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
    • Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
    • Peritoneal lesion fulguration
    • Endometriosis removal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
    • D&C for Missed Abortion
    • Surgical Miscarriage Management
    • First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester

    Does Dr. Simckes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Simckes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 997-7177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Simckes accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Simckes in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Southeast IN Health Org

    • The Consociate Group

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Simckes' office located?

    Dr. David Simckes' Primary Practice

    456 N New Ballas Rd Ste 220

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 997-7177

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    Dr. David Simckes' Practice 2

    5401 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 201

    Saint Peters, MO 63376

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

    Dr. Simckes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881600773.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simckes?

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

    What is Dr. David Simckes's specialty?

    Dr. Simckes is a Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.

    Is this Dr. David Simckes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Simckes is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, North Oaks Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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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    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 David Simckes accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. David Simckes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Simckes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Simckes's office at (314) 997-7177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Simckes?

    Please contact Dr. Simckes's office at (314) 997-7177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Simckes have?

    Dr. David Simckes is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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