Summary

Dr. Ben Collins is an osteopathic physician specializing in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has practiced for 36 years. Dr. Collins speaks English.

Dr. Collins practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa, including MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Broadlawns Medical Center, and UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital. His expertise includes treating conditions such as breathing difficulties, Alzheimer's disease, and brain oxygen deficiency. He performs various procedures including nail surgery, swallowing evaluations, and CT scans. Patients rate Dr. Collins 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 36 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ben A Collins has 4 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.5 
36 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Des Moines , IACedar Rapids , IADES MOINES , IAAlbia , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ben A Collins

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ben A Collins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ben A Collins has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • House Calls
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1990

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