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Dr. Sarah Hayes, MD

Dr. Sarah Hayes, MD

Ames, IA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hayes, Internist in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Sarah Hayes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Hayes graduated from The University of Iowa College of Medicine and completed her residency at Hennepin County Medical Center. Dr. Hayes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hayes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayes’s office at (515) 239-4400.

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

    • Residency: Hennepin County Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | The University of Iowa College of Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    What languages does Dr. Hayes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hayes typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hayes typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Hayes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hayes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hayes accept in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Hayes in Ames, 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

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Hayes' office located?

    Dr. Sarah Hayes' Primary Practice

    1215 Duff Ave

    Ames, IA 50010

    (515) 239-4400

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    Dr. Sarah Hayes' Practice 2

    421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

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    Dr. Sarah Hayes' Practice 3

    3500 University Blvd Ste 1001

    Ames, IA 50010

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hayes affiliated with?

    Dr. Hayes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Story County Medical Center,Nevada, IA

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

    Dr. Hayes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154310209.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayes?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Hayes's specialty?

    Dr. Hayes is an Internist near Ames, IA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Sarah Hayes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hayes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Story County 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Sarah Hayes accepting new patients in Ames, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Hayes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Hayes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hayes' office at (515) 239-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Hayes?

    Please contact Dr. Hayes' office at (515) 239-4400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hayes' office located?

    Dr. Hayes' offices are located in Ames, IA and Marshalltown, IA.