Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wetjen, Neurosurgeon in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Nicholas Wetjen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wetjen graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Wetjen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wetjen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wetjen’s office at (515) 241-5760.
Where did Dr. Wetjen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Clinical Research Fellowship - Core Curriculum in Clinical Research Certificate: Surgical Neurology Branch, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health | Fellow - Pediatric Neurosurgery: Primary Children's Medical Center, University of Utah
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Neurological Surgery | Mayo Clinic
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Wetjen board certified as a Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Wetjen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wetjen speak?
Dr. Wetjen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wetjen treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wetjen 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. Wetjen. 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.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does Dr. Wetjen perform?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Wetjen 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. Wetjen. 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.
Also known as:
- Brain Neurostimulator Device Placement
- Cranial neurostimulator insertion
- Deep brain stimulation device placement
- Brain pacemaker implantation
- Neurostimulator pulse generator replacement
CPT Codes:
- 61885: Insertion or replacement of cranial neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, direct or inductive coupling; with connection to a single electrode array
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Lumbar Disc Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Decompression
- Endoscopic Discectomy
- Lumbar Foraminotomy
- Herniated Disc Surgery (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 62380: Endoscopic decompression of spinal cord, nerve root(s), including laminotomy, partial facetectomy, foraminotomy, discectomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, 1 interspace, lumbar
Does Dr. Wetjen accept my insurance?
Dr. Wetjen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-5760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wetjen accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Wetjen in 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cooperative Benefit Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wetjen's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Wetjen's Primary Practice
1215 Pleasant St Ste 608
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-5760
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
Member
What is Dr. Wetjen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wetjen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275502726.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wetjen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wetjen
What is Dr. Nicholas Wetjen's specialty?
Dr. Wetjen is a Neurosurgeon near Des Moines, IA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Wetjen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Wetjen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wetjen is affiliated with Dupont Hospital, Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Marion Health, Parkview Regional Medical Center, IU Health Bloomington Hospital 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 Nicholas Wetjen accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Wetjen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Wetjen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wetjen's office at (515) 241-5760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Wetjen?
Please contact Dr. Wetjen's office at (515) 241-5760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Wetjen have?
Dr. Nicholas Wetjen is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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