Summary

Dr. Alexandria Burtness Guard is a Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Internal Medicine with additional expertise in Infectious Disease. Her dual focus allows her to provide comprehensive care for adults while offering specialized treatment for complex infections and immune-related conditions.

Dr. Guard practices at several locations throughout Iowa, including Iowa Methodist Medical Center and UnityPoint Health facilities in Des Moines, as well as University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. She treats patients with pulmonary nodules, joint pain, and knee discomfort. Her clinical work includes performing blood tests and complete blood counts to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard has 4 locations

Iowa Methodist Medical Center Internal Medicine

1415 Woodland Ave Ste 140Des Moines, IA 50309
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics

200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 3 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: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard has the following area of expertise

  • Infectious Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

NPI Number

Dr. Burtness Guard's NPI number is 1699342345.

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Dr. Alexandria Frances Burtness Guard's office is located at 1415 Woodland Ave Ste 140, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
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