Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behrens, Medical Oncologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Robert Behrens, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Behrens graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Behrens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behrens’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behrens’s office at (515) 282-2921.
Where did Dr. Behrens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Behrens board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Behrens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Behrens speak?
Dr. Behrens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Behrens treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does Dr. Behrens perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Behrens 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. Behrens. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Central Line Check with Contrast Dye
- Central Venous Catheter Study
- Central Line Imaging
- Contrast Study for Central Access Device
CPT Codes:
- 36598: Contrast injection(s) for radiologic evaluation of existing central venous access device, including fluoroscopy, image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Behrens accept my insurance?
Dr. Behrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behrens accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Behrens 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
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Behrens' office located?
Dr. Robert Behrens' Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 100
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 282-2921
What is Dr. Behrens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215999800.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behrens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behrens
What is Dr. Robert Behrens's specialty?
Dr. Behrens is a Medical Oncologist near Des Moines, IA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Behrens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Behrens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behrens is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Robert Behrens accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Behrens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Behrens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (515) 282-2921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Behrens?
Please contact Dr. Behrens's office at (515) 282-2921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Behrens have?
Dr. Robert Behrens is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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