Overview
Joel Katzer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1415 Woodland Ave Ste 140, Des Moines, IA 50309
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. Joel Katzer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Katzer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel Katzer by calling their office at 515-241-4076. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Does Dr. Joel Katzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel Katzer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-241-4076 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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