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Dr. Wendy Thiessen, MD

Ames, IA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thiessen, Pediatrician in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Wendy Thiessen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Thiessen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed her residency at Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Pediatrics. Dr. Thiessen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiessen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiessen’s office at (641) 752-0654.

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

    • Residency: Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Pediatrics | Central Iowa Health System (Iowa Lutheran Hospital) Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Thiessen board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Thiessen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thiessen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thiessen treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thiessen 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. Thiessen. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Thiessen perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thiessen 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. Thiessen. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Does Dr. Thiessen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thiessen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 752-0654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Thiessen in Ames, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Partners Plans

    • MedImpact

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Thiessen's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Thiessen's Primary Practice

    3500 University Blvd Ste 1001

    Ames, IA 50010

    (641) 752-0654

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    Dr. Wendy Thiessen's Practice 2

    312 E Main St Ste 1000

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

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    Dr. Wendy Thiessen's Practice 3

    1215 Duff Ave

    Ames, IA 50010

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

    Dr. Thiessen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306827035.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiessen?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Thiessen's specialty?

    Dr. Thiessen is a Pediatrician near Ames, IA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Thiessen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wendy Thiessen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Thiessen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Wendy Thiessen accepting new patients in Ames, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Thiessen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Thiessen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thiessen's office at (641) 752-0654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Thiessen?

    Please contact Dr. Thiessen's office at (641) 752-0654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Thiessen have?

    Dr. Wendy Thiessen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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