Summary

Dr. Francis Sapanhila is an internal medicine physician specializing in hospital medicine with 25 years of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency training at New York Medical College. His extensive background has equipped him with deep expertise in managing complex medical conditions that require hospitalization.

Dr. Sapanhila practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes chest imaging studies and diagnostic pathology testing to help evaluate patient conditions. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has 4 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines

1111 6TH AVE FL 4DES MOINES, IA 50314

Mercyone Des Moines Hospitalists

1111 6th Ave Ste 644Des Moines, IA 50314
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineHospice & Palliative Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
25 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Des Moines , IADES MOINES , IACedar Rapids , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Christian Medical College Ludhiana
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Quiktrip
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Medical College

Medical School

University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Francis Sapanhila affiliated with?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.
Does Dr. Francis Sapanhila accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Francis Sapanhila accepting new patients?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Francis Sapanhila accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Francis Sapanhila accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Francis Sapanhila's office located?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.

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