Overview
Valerie Kounkel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.
Dr. Kounkel is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- POS
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- HMO
- POS
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- 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
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- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
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- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- HMO
- 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
- 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
2101 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265
1300 37th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel by calling their office at 515-225-2566. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, 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. Valerie K. Kounkel specialize in?
While Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Valerie K. Kounkel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-225-2566 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- CataractDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- GlaucomaDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- MeibomianitisDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Kounkel isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.