Expertise in
8
conditions
Expertise in
8
conditions
Office
5950 University Ave Ste 160, 
West Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Dr. Eric Temple was drawn to The Iowa Clinic due to its fantastic reputation as well as the ability to work with all specialties under one roof. He believes that working hand-in-hand with the other specialists provides better and quicker care for patients. Dr. Temple chose Podiatry and Foot & Ankle Surgery because he enjoys when patients get back on their feet and are able to participate in activities they enjoy after having a bad trauma or disabling foot and ankle condition. He considers seeing his patients return to pain-free feet the most rewarding part of his job.

Dr. Temple is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

College Of Podiatric Med And Surgery, Des Moines University

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Podiatrist in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avera Health
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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Community Health Choice
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  • MEDICARE SNP
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • PPO
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • POS
TeamCare
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  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Office
5950 University Ave Ste 160, 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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric Temple

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Temple?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Temple by calling their office at 515-875-9876. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric Temple a top-rated expert for Gangrene?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric Temple is classified as an Advanced expert for Gangrene, 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. Eric Temple specialize in?

While Dr. Eric Temple is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Ledderhose Disease, and Plantar Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Eric Temple participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric Temple has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. Eric Temple's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric Temple accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric Temple accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-875-9876 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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