Summary

Dr. David Mortensen treats colon polyps, diverticular disease, and obesity and performs colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and laparoscopy. He is affiliated with CHI Health Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where he practices surgery.

He completed his medical education at Texas Tech University and his residency at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Mortensen 4.46 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Mercy Council Bluffs)

800 Mercy Dr Ste 220Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Council Bluffs , IACouncil Bluffs , IANorth Platte , NEBaltimore , MD
Med School: Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David T. Mortensen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

David T. Mortensen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

David T. Mortensen has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

David T. Mortensen holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Nebraska and Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Nebraska that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND.

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX.

NPI Number

David T. Mortensen's NPI number is 1518024520.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is David Mortensen affiliated with?
David Mortensen is affiliated with Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs.
How can I make an appointment with David Mortensen?
You can find contact information for David Mortensen here on Vitals.
Does David Mortensen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
David Mortensen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does David Mortensen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that David Mortensen accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does David Mortensen speak?
David Mortensen speaks English.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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