Overview
Michelle Thornton, ARNP, specializes in Cardiology at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).
Dr. Thornton is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- 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
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE PDP
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
Locations
5880 University Ave. West, Des Moines, IA 50266
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines
Dr. Atul Chawla, a native of India, joined Iowa Heart Center in 2001.Dr. Chawla holds a medical degree from Christian Medical College in Ludhiana, India. He then completed an internship at the college, followed by a residency and cardiology fellowship at Creighton University in Omaha. He was named chief fellow for the 1999-2000 year.Dr. Chawla’s professional interests include interventional cardiology - performing coronary and peripheral angioplasty, stent placements and other catheterization procedures. He is board certified in general and interventional cardiology.Dr. Chawla offers outpatient appointments at Iowa Heart Center's West University clinic in West Des Moines, and staffs the catheterization lab at Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines. Dr. Chawla is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Chawla is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines
Medical procedures:Cardiac catheterization, cardioversion, coronary angioplasty and stent placement, echocardiography, holter/event monitors, nuclear stress test/thallium stress test, stress echoesCertifications:American Board of Cardiology and Interventional CardiologyAmerican Board of Internal MedicineMedical School:University of Iowa College of MedicineInternship:University of Colorado Health Sciences CenterResidency:University of Colorado Health Sciences CenterFellowship:University of Wisconsin Medical SchoolProfessional societies:American College of Cardiology. Dr. Fraizer is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Fraizer is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines
David McAllister, DO, specializes in Cardiology at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcallister is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Apoplexy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Mcallister is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michelle Thornton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Thornton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michelle Thornton by calling their office at 515-633-3660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michelle Thornton a top-rated expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michelle Thornton is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), 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. Michelle Thornton specialize in?
While Dr. Michelle Thornton is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Michelle Thornton accept my insurance?
Dr. Michelle Thornton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-633-3660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)