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Dr. Margaret Verhey, MD

West Des Moines, IA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Verhey, Cardiologist in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Margaret Verhey, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Verhey graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Verhey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verhey’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verhey’s office.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Spectrum Hlth-Butterworth Camp, Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Verhey board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Verhey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Verhey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Verhey treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Verhey 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. Verhey. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • Familial atrial fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I484: Atypical atrial flutter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6389: Other cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Overload
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Excess Body Fluid
    • Water Retention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8779: Other fluid overload

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Elevated Enzymes
    • Enzyme Imbalance
    • Unspecified Enzyme Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R749: Abnormal serum enzyme level, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)

    Which procedures does Dr. Verhey perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Margaret Verhey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Verhey's office.

    Does Dr. Verhey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Verhey 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. Verhey accept in West Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Verhey in West 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medical Associates Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Verhey's office located?

    Dr. Margaret Verhey's Primary Practice

    5880 University Ave

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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    2100 Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Marshalltown

    312 E Main St

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

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    Dr. Margaret Verhey's Practice 3

    515 Pacific Ave

    Audubon, IA 50025

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

    Dr. Verhey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578545307.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verhey?

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

    What is Dr. Margaret Verhey's specialty?

    Dr. Verhey is a Cardiologist near West Des Moines, IA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Verhey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Margaret Verhey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Verhey 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 Margaret Verhey accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Verhey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Margaret Verhey offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Margaret Verhey?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret Verhey have?

    Dr. Margaret Verhey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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