Dr. Steven Cahalan, MD
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Dr. Steven Cahalan, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Steven Cahalan, MD works in West Des Moines, IA as
They are board certified in
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
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Insurance Accepted
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Open Access
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Medicare
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HealthyBlue 2.0
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First Health (Coventry Health Care)
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Health Alliance PPO
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Tricare
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Medicaid
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MultiPlan PPO
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Choice Plus POS
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Alliance Select
Locations
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Unitypoint Clinic Weight Loss-West Des Moines6600 Westown Pkwy Ste 220, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Patient Satisfaction
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Explains the surgery and recovery very well. Anticipates problems and gave advice to avoid problems. Couldn’t be happier
About Me
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Education
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University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
1984
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Internship
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Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1985
Residency
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Ia Meth Medical Center
1989
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Steven Cahalan, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Cahalan accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Cahalan's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Cahalan accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Cahalan accepts here.
Dr. Cahalan's office is located at 6600 Westown Pkwy Ste 220 West Des Moines, IA 50266.
Dr. Cahalan frequently sees patients for
Dr. Cahalan has a star rating of 4.4/5 and has been reviewed 11 times.
Dr. Cahalan is board certified in
Dr. Cahalan has been practicing as a Bariatric Surgery Specialist for 40 years.
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Hospital Affiliations
- UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center
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If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
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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)
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)
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Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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