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Who is Dr. Garred, Surgeon in Whiting, IA?
Dr. John Garred, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Whiting, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Garred is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garred’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garred’s office at (712) 455-2431.
What languages does Dr. Garred speak?
Dr. Garred and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Garred typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Garred 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. Garred. 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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle atrophy
- Muscle loss
- Muscle shrinkage
- Weak muscles
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62521: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, right upper arm
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Garred typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Garred may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Garred's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garred accept my insurance?
Dr. Garred accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 455-2431 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garred accept in Whiting, IA?
Dr. Garred in Whiting, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Garred's office located?
What is Dr. Garred's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garred's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770550196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garred?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garred
What is Dr. John Garred's specialty?
Dr. Garred is a Surgeon near Whiting, IA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. John Garred affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garred is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Garred accepting new patients in Whiting, IA?
Yes, Dr. John Garred is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Garred offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garred's office at (712) 455-2431 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Garred?
Please contact Dr. Garred's office at (712) 455-2431 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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