Summary

Dr. Carlos Pelaez specializes in surgery and brings 23 years of clinical experience to their practice. They completed medical school at Universidad De Iberoamerica Escuela De Medicina, building a foundation for their surgical expertise.

Dr. Pelaez practices in Des Moines, Iowa, where they focus on treating serious injuries including traumatic brain injuries, closed head injuries, and rib fractures. Their procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia, emergency care, and endotracheal intubation. These specialized skills allow them to provide critical care for patients experiencing severe trauma and medical emergencies.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 23 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • Universidad De Iberoamerica Escuela De Medicina
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Carlos Pelaez

1212 Pleasant St Ste 211Des Moines, IA 50309

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Med School: Universidad De Iberoamerica Escuela De Medicina Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Carlos Pelaez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Carlos Pelaez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Carlos Pelaez has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)
  • Trauma Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Carlos Pelaez holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Iberoamerica Escuela De Medicina in 2003.

NPI Number

Carlos Pelaez's NPI number is 1588952147.

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Carlos Pelaez's office is located at 1212 Pleasant St Ste 211, Des Moines, IA, 50309.

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