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Dr. Praveen Prasad, MD

General Surgery* Age 68
Dr. Praveen Prasad, MD
3.9 (11 Ratings)
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Dr. Praveen Prasad, MD

General Surgery* Age 68
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Praveen Prasad, MD works in West Des Moines, IA as a Surgeon and has 19 years experience.

They are board certified in General Surgery and graduated from YOGA COLLEGE OF INDIA in 2005. Dr. Prasad has has worked on more claims relating to Appendicitis than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Prasad has received an average rating of 3.9 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. They are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Prasad also speaks Hindi. Dr. Prasad practices at Practice in West Des Moines, IA and has additional offices in Des Moines, IA.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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    Open Access Plus
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  • Health Alliance HMO-POS
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  • Choice Plus POS
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    Navigate POS
    Nexus Open Access
    Options PPO
  • Alliance Select
    Blue PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Lakeview Center for Urology
    1000 73rd St Ste 17, West Des Moines, IA 50265
  2. 2 Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
  3. 3 Mercyone West Des Moines Medical Center
    1755 59th Pl, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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3.9
Based on 11 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
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1 Star (3)

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Oct 07, 2022
he is a wonderful dr explains things treats you like a human being if I ever need surgery again I want him to do it God gave this man a talent and he puts it to good use
David A Barry — Oct 07, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Hindi
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • YOGA COLLEGE OF INDIA
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Praveen Prasad, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Prasad accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Prasad accepts here.

Dr. Prasad frequently sees patients for Appendicitis.

Yes, Dr. Prasad speaks Hindi. See Dr. Prasad's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Prasad has a star rating of 3.9/5 and has been reviewed 11 times.

Dr. Prasad is board certified in General Surgery.

Dr. Prasad has been practicing as a Surgeon for 19 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)