Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gucfa, Psychiatrist in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Cornelius Gucfa, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Gucfa graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Gucfa is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gucfa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gucfa’s office at (515) 283-1221.
Where did Dr. Gucfa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gucfa speak?
Dr. Gucfa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Gucfa typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Gucfa 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. Gucfa. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Gucfa typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Cornelius Gucfa may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Gucfa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gucfa accept my insurance?
Dr. Gucfa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 283-1221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gucfa accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Gucfa 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Gucfa's office located?
200 Psychiatry West Des Moines
6600 Westown Pkwy Ste 200
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 283-1221
What is Dr. Gucfa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gucfa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942274626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gucfa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gucfa
What is Dr. Cornelius Gucfa's specialty?
Dr. Gucfa is a Psychiatrist near West Des Moines, IA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Cornelius Gucfa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gucfa is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West 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
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Is Cornelius Gucfa accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Cornelius Gucfa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cornelius Gucfa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gucfa's office at (515) 283-1221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cornelius Gucfa?
Please contact Dr. Gucfa's office at (515) 283-1221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Gucfa
200 Psychiatry West Des Moines
6600 Westown Pkwy Ste 200
West Des Moines, IA 50266