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Dr. Michael Disbro, MD

Des Moines, IA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Disbro, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Michael Disbro, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics and American Board of Radiology. Dr. Disbro graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Nuclear Medicine; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Neurological Surgery; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery. Dr. Disbro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Disbro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Disbro’s office at (515) 643-2667.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Nuclear Medicine; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Neurological Surgery; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, General Surgery | University of Utah Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Disbro board certified in Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Disbro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics , American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Disbro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Disbro treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Disbro 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. Disbro. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Ankle Arthritis
    • Foot Arthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Motility Disorder
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Spasm
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K224: Dyskinesia of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Disbro perform as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Disbro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Disbro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 643-2667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Disbro 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Disbro's office located?

    Dr. Michael Disbro's Primary Practice

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 643-2667

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    Dr. Michael Disbro's Practice 2

    411 Laurel St Ste A250

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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    Dr. Michael Disbro's Practice 3

    1755 59th Pl

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

    (515) 643-2667

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

    Dr. Disbro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265429294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Disbro?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Disbro's specialty?

    Dr. Disbro is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Des Moines, IA. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Disbro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Disbro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Disbro is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Michael Disbro accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Disbro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Disbro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Disbro's office at (515) 643-2667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Disbro?

    Please contact Dr. Disbro's office at (515) 643-2667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Disbro have?

    Dr. Michael Disbro is certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics and American Board of Radiology.

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