Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carstensen, Internist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. John Carstensen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carstensen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine. Dr. Carstensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carstensen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carstensen’s office at (515) 241-8221.
Where did Dr. Carstensen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Carstensen board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. John Carstensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Carstensen speak?
Dr. Carstensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Carstensen typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Carstensen 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. Carstensen. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Carstensen typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Carstensen may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Carstensen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Carstensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Carstensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-8221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carstensen accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Carstensen in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Carstensen's office located?
Dr. John Carstensen's Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 200
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-8221
What is Dr. Carstensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carstensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851378012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carstensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carstensen
What is Dr. John Carstensen's specialty?
Dr. Carstensen is a Internist near Des Moines, 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 this Dr. John Carstensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carstensen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Pen Bay 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
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Is John Carstensen accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. John Carstensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Carstensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carstensen's office at (515) 241-8221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Carstensen?
Please contact Dr. Carstensen's office at (515) 241-8221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Carstensen have?
Dr. John Carstensen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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