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Dr. James Cummings, MD

Des Moines, IA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cummings, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. James Cummings, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Cummings graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Broadlawns Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Cummings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cummings’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cummings’s office at (515) 282-2296.

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

    • Residency: Broadlawns Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Broadlawns Med Center | Broadlawns Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Cummings board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Cummings, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cummings speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cummings treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings. 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:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Stimulant Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Problematic Stimulant Use
    • Amphetamine Abuse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1510: Other stimulant abuse, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Pain
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Temporomandibular Joint Pain
    • TMJ Pain
    • Jaw Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6884: Jaw pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Cummings perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Cummings may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cummings' office.

    Does Dr. Cummings accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cummings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cummings in Des Moines, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • IOWA Total Care

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Cummings' office located?

    Dr. James Cummings' Primary Practice

    1801 Hickman Rd

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 282-2296

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

    Dr. Cummings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134114952.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cummings?

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

    What is Dr. James Cummings's specialty?

    Dr. Cummings is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Cummings to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Cummings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cummings is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Broadlawns Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is James Cummings accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. James Cummings is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Cummings offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (515) 282-2296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Cummings?

    Please contact Dr. Cummings's office at (515) 282-2296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Cummings have?

    Dr. James Cummings is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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