Audrey C. Ko
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Audrey C. Ko

Ophthalmology
6200 Westown Parkway West, 
Des Moines, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
4
conditions
6200 Westown Parkway West, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Audrey Ko, MD, specializes in ophthalmology at Wolf Eye Clinic in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Ko is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ectropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, and Graves Disease.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ko is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IA

Languages Spoken

English
Mandarin
Spanish

Gender

Female

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Aetna
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Humana
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Kaiser Permanente
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Oscar
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Premera Blue Cross
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Sanford Health
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
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Locations

Wolfe Eye Clinic
6200 Westown Parkway West, Des Moines, IA 50266

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

33 Total Publications

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Journal: Science advances
Published: October 31, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Audrey C. Ko

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Audrey C. Ko?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Audrey C. Ko by calling their office at 515-223-8685. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Audrey C. Ko a top-rated expert for Ectropion?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Audrey C. Ko is classified as an Advanced expert for Ectropion, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Audrey C. Ko specialize in?

While Dr. Audrey C. Ko is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Ectropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Audrey C. Ko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Audrey C. Ko has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ectropion. You can view a list of Dr. Audrey C. Ko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Audrey C. Ko accept my insurance?

Dr. Audrey C. Ko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-223-8685 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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