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Dr. Karl Digman, MD

Des Moines, IA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Digman, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Karl Digman, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Digman graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Diagnostic Radiology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Digman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Digman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Digman’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Diagnostic Radiology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Lutheran Hospital La Crosse | University of Wisconsin Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Digman board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Digman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Digman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Digman typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Digman 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. Digman. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Injury
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Trauma
    • Neck Damage
    • Injured Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Digman typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Digman 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. Digman. 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:

    • Feeding Tube Imaging with Contrast
    • Gastrostomy Tube Study
    • Jejunostomy Tube Evaluation
    • Feeding Tube X-ray with Dye

    CPT Codes:

    • 49465: Contrast injection(s) for radiological evaluation of existing gastrostomy, duodenostomy, jejunostomy, gastro-jejunostomy, or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, from a percutaneous approach including image documentation and report

    Also known as:

    • Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
    • Percutaneous fluid drainage
    • Abscess drainage with imaging
    • Peritoneal fluid aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
    • Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
    • Chest Tube Insertion
    • Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain

    CPT Codes:

    • 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Digman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Digman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Digman 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Digman's office located?

    Dr. Karl Digman's Primary Practice

    1111 6th Ave

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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    Dr. Karl Digman's Practice 2

    1601 NW 114th St Ste 149

    Clive, IA 50325

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    Dr. Karl Digman's Practice 3

    1816 Philadelphia St

    Ames, IA 50010

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

    Dr. Digman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740277763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Digman?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Digman's specialty?

    Dr. Digman is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Des Moines, IA.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Karl Digman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Digman is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids, Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, Nebraska 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. 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 Karl Digman accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Digman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Digman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Digman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Digman?

    Please contact Dr. Digman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Digman have?

    Dr. Karl Digman is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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