Laura J. Abels
Expertise in
8
conditions

Dr. Laura J. Abels

Family Medicine
800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
Ankeny, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
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Expertise in
8
conditions
800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, 
Ankeny, IA 

Overview

I'm Laura Abels. I have lived in the central Iowa area since I started medical school in 2008. I'm originally from Fort Wayne, IN but I have lived all around the Midwest. I went to undergraduate at Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Spanish and minors in business and pre-medical sciences. I did a post-baccalaureate program in Philadelphia, PA at Drexel University College of Sciences to improve my science background before medical school. I graduated from Des Moines University in 2008 and did my residency locally at Mercy Medical Center in Family Medicine. I have a special interest in preventive care and mental health. I also enjoy using my Spanish with patients. I like spending time with my husband, my daughter and our cats. I like traveling and volunteering. A fun fact is that I used to be a competitive bowler. I would like prospective patients to know that I am there to listen and create a plan. If I don't know something I will find it out!.

Dr. Abels is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Hypertension.

Dr. Abels is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Farm Bureau Health Plans
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Premera Blue Cross
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
SelectHealth
  • HMO
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine
800 E. 1st St., Suite 1700, Ankeny, IA 50021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laura J. Abels

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura J. Abels?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura J. Abels by calling their office at 515-643-8100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Laura J. Abels a top-rated expert for Spasticity?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura J. Abels is classified as an Advanced expert for Spasticity, 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. Laura J. Abels specialize in?

While Dr. Laura J. Abels is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Spasticity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Pain. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Laura J. Abels accept my insurance?

Dr. Laura J. Abels accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-8100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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