Overview
J. Michael Metts, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician at MercyOne Newton Pediatrics Care. He is the only board-certified pediatrician in Jasper County and eastern Des Moines rural area. J. Michael Metts, DO, specializes in oral health care, immunizations, developmental and behavioral medicine and care for infants after the NICU. He's active in the medical community as a member of Cavity Free Iowa and as an Oral Health State Champion for the One Hundred Million Mouths Project in collaboration with Harvard and UMASS. He has a passion for magic tricks, Mickey Mouse, St. Louis Cardinals baseball and Dad jokes, which his patients seem to enjoy but his family is undecided.
Dr. Metts is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Croup, and Viral Gastroenteritis.
Dr. Metts is board certified in Pediatrics Care, American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Metts is currently accepting new patients.
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300 N. 4th Ave. E., Suite 140 A, Newton, IA 50208
300 N 4th Ave E, Suite 222, 140 A, 160, Newton, IA 50208
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James M. Metts
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James M. Metts?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James M. Metts by calling their office at 641-787-5437. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James M. Metts a top-rated expert for Developmental Dysphasia Familial?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James M. Metts is classified as an Advanced expert for Developmental Dysphasia Familial, 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. James M. Metts specialize in?
While Dr. James M. Metts is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Croup. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. James M. Metts accept my insurance?
Dr. James M. Metts accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 641-787-5437 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU)Dr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU).
- CroupDr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Croup.
- Delayed GrowthDr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Delayed Growth.
- DiarrheaDr. Metts isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.