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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rief-Elks, Family Medicine Specialist in Sioux City, IA?
Dr. Amy Rief-Elks, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sioux City, IA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Rief-Elks graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at St Luke's Reg Med Center. Dr. Rief-Elks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rief-Elks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rief-Elks’s office at (712) 294-5092.
Where did Dr. Rief-Elks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke's Reg Med Center | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Health Science College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rief-Elks speak?
Dr. Rief-Elks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rief-Elks typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rief-Elks 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. Rief-Elks. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rief-Elks typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rief-Elks 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. Rief-Elks. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Rief-Elks accept my insurance?
Dr. Rief-Elks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 294-5092 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rief-Elks accept in Sioux City, IA?
Dr. Rief-Elks in Sioux City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Nebraska
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rief-Elks' office located?
What is Dr. Rief-Elks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rief-Elks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194790659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rief-Elks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rief-Elks
What is Dr. Amy Rief-Elks's specialty?
Dr. Rief-Elks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sioux City, 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 this Dr. Amy Rief-Elks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rief-Elks is affiliated with Avera Sacred Heart 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
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Is Amy Rief-Elks accepting new patients in Sioux City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Rief-Elks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Rief-Elks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rief-Elks's office at (712) 294-5092 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Rief-Elks?
Please contact Dr. Rief-Elks's office at (712) 294-5092 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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