Primary Care Doctors in Des Moines, IA

Find primary care doctors in Des Moines who may offer preventive care, chronic-condition management, telehealth visits, and same-week appointments. Compare credentials, insurance accepted, and patient reviews — all verified against the federal NPI Registry.

Top primary care doctors in Des Moines, IA

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Dr. BUTOOL S. ABDULLAH, MD

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program

16854 IVY AVE, FONTANA, CA 92335
(909) 791-1000
NPI 1285130708
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. LAURA ABELS, DO

Family Medicine

800 E 1ST ST STE 1700, ANKENY, IA 50021
(515) 643-8100
NPI 1427313527
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. MATTHEW ABENDROTH

Family Medicine

3709 SOUTHERN HILLS DR, DES MOINES, IA 50321
(515) 400-4865
NPI 1972918894
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. JENNIFER M. ABLER, D.O.

Family Medicine

160 ADVENTURELAND DR NW STE C, ALTOONA, IA 50009
(515) 875-9020
NPI 1528159068
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. SAFA ABUKHALIL, M.B.B.S

Family Medicine

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 105, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
(515) 875-9070
NPI 1982084463
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. KENNETH ACEVEDO, MD

Family Medicine

1111 6TH AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50314
(515) 612-9595
NPI 1154190148
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. THERAN B. ADAMSON, MD

Family Medicine, Addiction Medicine

1200 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 120, DES MOINES, IA 50314
(515) 248-1500
NPI 1386646610
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. MICHAEL AGEY, DO

Family Medicine

9421 MARKETPLACE DR, NORWALK, IA 50211
(515) 974-0800
NPI 1013926807
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. ROBERT AGHASARYAN, MD

Family Medicine

1111 6TH AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50314
(515) 643-2682
NPI 1891483053
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. JOSE G. AGUILAR, M.D.

Family Medicine

1350 DES MOINES ST. STE 110, DES MOINES, IA 50309
(515) 643-0833
NPI 1760681597
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. JESSICA S. AGUILERA, DO

Family Medicine

1801 HICKMAN RD, DES MOINES, IA 50314
(515) 282-2334
NPI 1184316994
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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Dr. SAYEED AHMED, MD

Nurse Practitioner

1026 A AVE NE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402
(319) 368-5591
NPI 1609229657
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCigna
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How to choose a primary care doctor in Des Moines

  • Confirm board certification in Primary Care Doctor.
  • Verify an active Iowa medical license.
  • Check that they accept your insurance plan and are in-network.
  • Read recent patient reviews about communication and wait times.
  • Confirm office hours, location, and telehealth availability.
  • Ask whether they are currently accepting new patients.

Common services

Primary Care Doctors in Des Moines commonly provide:

Annual physicals
Preventive screenings
Vaccinations
Chronic-condition management
Acute illness visits
Medication refills

Insurance plans

Most primary care doctors in Des Moines, IA accept major insurance plans:

AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaUnitedHealthcareHumanaKaiserMedicareMedicaidTricare

Always confirm participation directly with the office and your plan before your visit.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a good primary care doctor in Des Moines, IA?

Start with board certification, an active Iowa medical license, and acceptance of your insurance plan. Read recent patient reviews and confirm that the office is currently accepting new patients before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a primary care doctor?

It depends on your insurance plan. PPO plans usually let you self-refer; HMO plans typically require a referral from your primary care doctor.

Are telehealth visits available with primary care doctors in Des Moines, IA?

Yes, many primary care doctors in Des Moines offer secure video visits for follow-ups and select new-patient appointments. Use the telehealth filter to narrow your results.

What insurance plans are commonly accepted?

Most primary care doctors in Des Moines, IA accept major plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Kaiser. Always confirm participation directly with the office and your plan before your visit.

This page is informational and is not medical advice. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.