Summary

Dr. Christopher Covert is an internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at the United States Army Medical Center. Dr. Covert is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Covert practices at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital and maintains locations throughout Des Moines, Iowa. He specializes in treating substance use disorders, including opioid addiction and heroin dependency. His practice includes providing counseling services and conducting drug screening tests to support patients in their recovery journey. Patients have rated Dr. Covert 4.2 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 42 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher M Covert has 3 locations

Community Resource And Referral Center Des Moines

1223 Center StDes Moines, IA 50309

Dr. Christopher M Covert

1223 CENTER ST STE 22DES MOINES, IA 50309

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.5 
42 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Des Moines , IADES MOINES , IACedar Rapids , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher M Covert

  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher M Covert has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher M Covert has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Army Medical Center

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Covert affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Covert is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Christopher Covert speak?
Dr. Christopher Covert speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Christopher Covert accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Covert accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Covert?
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Does Dr. Christopher Covert accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christopher Covert has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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