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Dr. James Poock, MD

Dr. James Poock, MD

Waterloo, IA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Poock, Family Medicine Specialist in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. James Poock, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Poock graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Northeast Ia Med Educ Fndn, Family Medicine. Dr. Poock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poock’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poock’s office at (319) 272-2112.

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

    • Residency: Northeast Ia Med Educ Fndn, Family Medicine

    • 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. Poock board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Poock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Poock speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poock typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poock 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. Poock. 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:

    • 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
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poock typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Poock may include:

    Please contact Dr. Poock's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Poock accept my insurance?

    Dr. Poock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 272-2112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Poock accept in Waterloo, IA?

    Dr. Poock in Waterloo, 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 of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Poock's office located?

    Dr. James Poock's Primary Practice

    110 Plaza Cir Ste A

    Waterloo, IA 50701

    (319) 272-2112

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    Dr. James Poock's Practice 2

    2055 Kimball Ave Ste 101

    Waterloo, IA 50702

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    Dr. James Poock's Practice 3

    1243 4th St SW

    Waverly, IA 50677

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    What hospitals are Dr. Poock affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Poock has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center,Waterloo, IA
    Grundy County Memorial Hospital,Grundy Center, IA
    Floyd County Medical Center,Charles City, IA
    Buchanan County Health Center,Independence, IA
    Mercyone Cedar Falls Medical Center,Cedar Falls, IA

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

    Dr. Poock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740260074.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poock?

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

    What is Dr. James Poock's specialty?

    Dr. Poock is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waterloo, IA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. James Poock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Poock is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Allen Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. James Poock accepting new patients in Waterloo, IA?

    Yes, Dr. James Poock is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Poock offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Poock's office at (319) 272-2112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Poock?

    Please contact Dr. Poock's office at (319) 272-2112 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Poock's office located?

    Dr. Poock's offices are located in Waterloo, IA and Waverly, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Poock have?

    Dr. James Poock is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.