Summary

Dr. Debra Sixta specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients and families throughout all stages of life. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency training at Broadlawns Medical Center. With 33 years of experience in practice, Dr. Sixta brings extensive knowledge and expertise to her patient care. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Sixta is affiliated with UnityPoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa. She frequently treats patients with joint pain, weight management concerns, and bladder control issues. Her practice includes coordinating physical therapy services and providing breast cancer screening for women's preventive health. Patients have given Dr. Sixta an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Broadlawns Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Debra Ann Sixta has 5 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines

1111 6th Ave Ofc 4Des Moines, IA 50314

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Debra Ann Sixta

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Debra Ann Sixta has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Debra Ann Sixta has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Broadlawns Medical Center

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Debra Sixta affiliated with?
Dr. Debra Sixta is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital.
Does Dr. Debra Sixta accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Debra Sixta accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Debra Sixta accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Debra Sixta has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Debra Sixta accepting new patients?
Dr. Debra Sixta has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Debra Sixta speak?
Dr. Debra Sixta speaks English.

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