Summary

Dr. Nishma Pokharel specializes in internal medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of adult patients. She earned her medical degree from Kathmandu Medical College and has dedicated seven years to practicing medicine. Her experience encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions affecting adults.

Dr. Pokharel practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines in Des Moines, Iowa. She treats patients with fluid buildup around the lungs, carotid artery disease, and breathing difficulties. Her diagnostic expertise includes performing chest fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and CT scans to help identify and monitor various medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 7 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • Kathmandu Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Nishma Pokharel has 3 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Dr. Nishma Pokharel

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines

1111 6th Ave Ofc 4Des Moines, IA 50314

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
7 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 17 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 , IACedar Rapids , IADES MOINES , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Kathmandu Medical College Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: O O Bogomolets National Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nishma Pokharel

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nishma Pokharel has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

7 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kathmandu Medical CollegeGraduated in 2019

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Dr. Nishma Pokharel's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
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