Overview
William Farmer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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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
- POS
- PPO
- 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
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- 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
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- 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
1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
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.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
Dennis Whitmer, DO, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group (Des Moines) in Des Moines, Iowa.Born and raised in Kansas. Moved to Iowa in 1993. Graduated from The University of Kansas and practiced PT for five years. Medical school at Des Moines University and Surgery Residency at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. Enjoy golfing and bicycling.My practice includes General, Breast and Robotic surgery. My Robotic practice has grown substantially over the past 3-5 years. I also enjoy my Breast Cancer and Surgery practice at MercyOne Comfort Women's Center. Dr. Whitmer is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Whitmer is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
Ryan Roe, DO, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Roe is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Roe is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center
Willie McClairen, MD, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcclairen is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mcclairen is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
Shankar Raman, MD, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raman is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Raman is currently accepting new patients.
MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care
Soren Kraemer, MD, specializes in General Surgery at MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Group in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kraemer is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Kraemer is currently accepting new patients.
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
Christopher Miller is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Liver Transplant, and Splenectomy.
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Does Dr. William R. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. William R. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-643-2261 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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